People v. Castillo

Opinion

FYBEL, J.—

Introduction

Defendant Robert Castillo was convicted of rape, sodomy by force, and kidnap to commit rape. He was sentenced to 31 years to life in prison. We affirm.

Defendant argues there was not substantial evidence supporting the jury’s finding that the prosecution was commenced before the statute of limitations expired. A felony prosecution commences for statute of limitations purposes when an indictment or information is filed, or an arrest warrant or bench warrant issues, with certain provisions. (Pen. Code, § 804.) Based on the date on which the information was filed in…