Goings v. State

Darnell Goings appeals his conviction and sentence for “sexual battery by familial or custodial authority,” in violation of section 794.011(8)(b), Florida Statutes (1993). He argues here — as he did in his unsuccessful motion to dismiss below— that the statute of limitations should have precluded his further prosecution. Unpersuaded, we affirm.

He does not argue 1 — and has no basis for any argument-that the information was not filed in timely fashion. See § 775.15(2)(a), Fla. Stat. (1993) (requiring that the prosecution be commenced within four years of commission of the offense). On March…