A new study estimates that Earth has almost 8.8 million species, but we've only discovered about a quarter of them. And some of the yet-to-be-seen ones could be in our own backyards, scientists say. So far, only 1.9 million species have been found.
There is not a statute of limitations for all crimes, as murder can be punishable at any time, but lesser crimes, such as misdemeanors are generally subjected to statutes of limitations.
DEFINITION of 'Statute Of Limitations'. A statute of limitations is a law which sets out the maximum time that parties have to initiate legal proceedings from the date of an alleged offense. The precise form of a statute of limitations differs from one jurisdiction to the next. In general, the length of time allowed under a statute of limitations varies depending upon the severity of the offense.