A legal deadline for filing lawsuits, Statutes of Limitations prevent stale claims by requiring action within a set time. Used in civil and criminal cases, they ensure evidence remains reliable and defendants face timely allegations. Plaintiffs benefit by preserving claims, while defendants gain protection from indefinite legal threats.
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