Weapons, Guns, Firearms how long do police have to charge a person of a crime after commiting

[porkchop2015]

how long does police have to file charges on a gun case if they are going to do so????????????????

 

[army judge]

how long does police have to file charges on a gun case if they are going to do so????????????????

All crimes have a statute of limitations.
The time required to charge depends on many things.
Even that SOL isn't clear if the person(s) involved flee the jurisdiction to seek refuge elsewhere.
I suggest you speak with an Ohio licensed lawyer for a definitive answer, don't operate on what you learn over the internet.

Let's say you're charged with Carrying a Concealed Weapon or Felon in Possession of a Firearm.

In Ohio, not ALL felony convictions would bar a person from possessing a firearm.

Felons and guns in Ohio:

http://statelaws.findlaw.com/ohio-law/ohio-gun-control-laws.html

CCW charge in Ohio:

http://codes.ohio.gov/orc/2923.12

The SOL explained in Ohio:

http://codes.ohio.gov/orc/2901.13


You might find this Ohio lawyer's blog useful:

http://www.criminaldefenselawyer.co...e-of-limitations/OH-felonies-misdemeanors.htm

 

[Michael Wechsler]

It can be longer than you would like in order to feel assured that a potential issue has gone away. Remember that a prosecutor may wish further investigation to ensure that it is worthwhile to bring charges or even to determine whether charges are even warranted. That may turn out in your favor.