State v. Sauls

Defendant appeals her conviction for sexual abuse in the third degree. Defendant argues that the trial court erred in denying her motion to dismiss based on the statute of limitations. ORS 131.125(3)(a). We review for errors of law and reverse.

On December 11, 2001, defendant was charged by information with three counts of sexual abuse in the third degree based on allegations that, on or about March 15 and 20,1996, defendant had various forms of sexual contact with V, who was 16 years old at that time. ORS 163.415(l)(b). Defendant moved to dismiss the charges on the ground that they were…