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单词 statute of limitations
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statute of limitationsnoun [ C ]

uk/ˌstætʃ.uːt əv lɪm.ɪˈteɪ.ʃənz//ˌstætʃ.uːt əv lɪm.əˈteɪ.ʃənz/plural statutes of limitations specialized

the maximum length of time that can be allowed to pass before action is taken in a particular legal matter:

In the UK at present there is no statute of limitations on the prosecution of most criminal offences.

statute of limitationsnoun [ C ]

ukusplural statutes of limitations

LAW a law that limits the amount of time allowed to bring a legal action against someone:

The case was thrown out because of the statute of limitations.
Under the state's statute of limitations, homeowners have until next Aug. 29 to take their insurance companies to court over unpaid claims.
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