People v. Russo

We granted leave in this case to determine whether the amended statute of limitations set forth in MCL 767.24(2); MSA 28.964(2) applies to the prosecution of a charge of criminal sexual assault involving a minor where the alleged acts were committed prior to, yet were not time-barred on, the effective date of the amendment. The prosecution’s cross appeal was granted to answer the question whether the warrant authorizing the search of the defendant’s home was supported by an affidavit establishing probable cause if the amended statute governs prosecution.

We find that the extended limitation…