What is the statute of limitations for prosecuting a felony in Texas?

In Texas, the general statute of limitations for prosecuting a felony is indeed 3 years. This means that, for most felonies, prosecution must be initiated within this time frame after the commission of the crime. However, there are exceptions for more serious offenses, such as certain types of murder, which have no statute of limitations, allowing prosecution to be brought at any time. Other crimes, like certain sexual offenses against children, can also have longer periods before the statute of limitations expires.

This understanding of the 3-year limitation, alongside the recognition of exceptions for serious crimes, highlights the balance in the law between ensuring swift justice for most felonies while also allowing for the prosecution of particularly egregious acts regardless of the time elapsed.