Statute of Limitations on Embezzlement in New Jersey

New Jersey's statute of limitations for embezzlement is the length of time that the prosecution has to bring charges against the accused. If prosecution does not begin within the time limits, as established by New Jersey statutes, the state cannot charge the individual with embezzlement. Sometime, on a case-by-case basis, the law permits additional time.

Embezzlement

Embezzlement constitutes the act of an individual or group of people appropriating or converting financial assets, entrusted to their care, to their own personal use or benefit. The crime of embezzlement may consist of a simple act involving a small amount of money or sophisticated schemes concerning large sums of money.

Time Frame

New Jersey Code of Criminal Justice (2C:1-6; Time limitations) states that the prosecution must begin the prosecution for a crime of embezzlement within seven years after commission of the crime. The time starts running the day after the discovery of the crime.

Tolled

When a statute of limitations is "tolled," the time period stops running. Often, this occurs when an accused person flees the state to avoid prosecution.

References

• Onecle: New Jersey Statutes - Title 2C The New Jersey Code of Criminal Justice - 2C:1-6 Time Limitations
• Lawyers: Criminal Law Defenses - Statute of Limitations
• Law Library: Criminal Statutes of Limitation Laws