On consistency for time series model selection

We consider the model selection problem for a large class of time series models, including, multivariate count processes, causal processes with exogenous covariates. A procedure based on a general penalized contrast is proposed. Some asymptotic results for weak and strong consistency are established. The non consistency issue is addressed, and a class of penalty term, that does not ensure consistency is provided. Examples of continuous valued and multivariate count autoregressive time series are considered.