Criminal Statutes of Limitations in Florida

A prosecution for a capital felony, a life felony, or a felony that resulted in a death may be commenced at any time. First degree felony: within 4 years after it is committed. Any other felony: within 3 years. First degree misdemeanor: within 2 years. Second degree misdemeanor or noncriminal violation: within 1 year. For certain sex offenses against a victim under 18, the period generally does not begin until the victim turns 18 or the offense is reported, whichever is first; sexual battery against a victim under 18 (offenses on or after July 1, 2020) and certain other sexual battery offenses may be prosecuted at any time; first- or second-degree sexual battery against a victim 16 or older may be prosecuted at any time if reported within 72 hours, otherwise within 8 years.