Article 12
Limitation Period for Prosecution
1. As a general rule, breaches of the provisions of this Code may no longer be prosecuted after a lapse of five years.
2. Bribery, misappropriation of funds and manipulation of football matches or competitions may no longer be prosecuted after a lapse of ten years.
3. The limitation period, when applicable, shall be extended by half its length if an investigation is opened before its expiration.
4. The limitation period, when applicable, shall be suspended where criminal proceedings are formally opened against a person bound by this code during such proceedings.
5. In case of repeated breaches, the limitation period as described above shall start only after the last of the repeated breaches has ended.