The felony was committed over 8 years ago, can they still hold this over my head?It was not drug related.?

Question

The felony was committed over 8 years ago, can they still hold this over my head?It was not drug related.?

Answer 1

It depends on who, "they", are.

Answer 2

i was convicted of a felony-firearm, and felonious assault in 02. i served 2 years, and was released in 05. i cant get a job, vote, or get adequate assistance for living, eating, or transportation. this will be held over my head forever. this is detroit, mi where i'm from. i dont know bout your homestate, but mines sucks.

Answer 3

The statute of limitations varies depending on the crime. Not knowing which felony you committed, it's hard to say. Call a lawyer and ask.

Answer 4

If we knew more about said felony, we could tell ya! Was it a capital offense?

Answer 5

yes

10 years ago then no

Answer 6

Were you convicted? If so that would be yes "they" can...........

Answer 7

Any felony conviction as an adult will follow you for life unless you are lucky enough to live in a state that will allow you to pay for it to be expunged after a long period of time.

Answer 8

Unless you have received a Pardon. Yes.  Depending where you live if you record has been clean since you should be able to apply for a pardon by now.

Answer 9

There are MANY felonies that aren't "drug-related"...  what's the statute of limitations on it?  what was it?  who is "they"?