180 days. If charges are not brought by the 180th day, the prosecutor is barred by law from bringing charges.
Unless, of course, the defendant waives his or her right to a speedy trial. If the defendant waives their right to a speedy trial (for example, by asking for a continuance) there is no time limit.
October 26th, 2010 - 08:31
180 days. If charges are not brought by the 180th day, the prosecutor is barred by law from bringing charges.
Unless, of course, the defendant waives his or her right to a speedy trial. If the defendant waives their right to a speedy trial (for example, by asking for a continuance) there is no time limit.