How Long They Have to Charge You
Conn. Gen. Stat. § 54-193 — five years for a crime punishable by more than a year, one year for the rest
| The offense | Prosecuted within |
|---|---|
| The offenseA class A felony, a capital felony under the former law, and sexual abuse, exploitation or assault of a victim who was a minor | Prosecuted withinNo limit |
| The offenseA motor vehicle offense that resulted in a death and involved leaving the scene | Prosecuted withinNo limit |
| The offenseThe class B, C and D sexual assault felonies the section names | Prosecuted withinTwenty years |
| The offenseAny other offense punishable by more than one year | Prosecuted withinFive years |
| The offenseEvery other offense | Prosecuted withinOne year |
Who handles this in Connecticut: legal aid programs and the state offices, listed in the Connecticut directory.
Time does not run while the person has fled from and lived outside the state: the charge may be brought within the period counted while the person lives in the state.
Sources for this section (1)
- Conn. Gen. Stat. § 54-193 — Limitation of prosecution for certain violations or offenses
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of October 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed Connecticut attorney.