In a case in which DNA testing implicates an identified person in the commission of a felony, no statute of limitations that would otherwise preclude prosecution of the offense shall preclude such prosecution until a period of time following the implication of the person by DNA testing has elapsed that is equal to the otherwise applicable limitation period.

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Terms Used In 18 USC 3297

  • Statute of limitations: A law that sets the time within which parties must take action to enforce their rights.