Waiting three years for trial

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   Eric Rothstein

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   Answered March 18, 2013 11:18. Yes. You have a constitutional right to a speedy trial. The cases say that after 2 years the prosecution must explain the delay. However, most Judges require the moton to be made in writing and filed and served before the court date. If this is a defense you want to mount I suggest you retain a criminal defense lawyer.

   I am a former federal and State prosecutor and now handle criminal defense and personal injury/civil rights cases.... moreI am a former federal and State prosecutor and now handle criminal defense and personal injury/civil rights cases. Feel free to check out my web site and contact me at (212) 577-9797 or via email at Eric@RothsteinLawNY.com. I was named to the Super Lawyers list as one of the top attorneys in New York for 2012. No more than 5 percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by Super Lawyers. The above answer is for informational purposes only and not meant as legal advice. less

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   Yefim Rubinov

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   Answered March 18, 2013 11:45. for sure

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   Terri Kalker

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   Answered March 18, 2013 11:55. It is your right to ask. Does not mean the answer will be "yes".

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   Daniel DeMariaPro

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   Answered March 18, 2013 11:34. Yes, but it likely has to be done by way of a written motion filed before trial.

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   Michael PalumboPro

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   Answered March 18, 2013 11:37. Absolutely.

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   Zev GoldsteinPro

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   Answered March 18, 2013 11:43. Motion is dismiss.
   If they don't take your motion say you want a attorney and do not continue the trial.
   Which court was this?

   This is not legal advice. If order to give you legal advice i would need to see the Tickets and talk to the court... moreThis is not legal advice. If order to give you legal advice i would need to see the Tickets and talk to the court first. Good luck:) less

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   Andrew RobertsPro

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   Answered March 24, 2013 12:55. Get an attorney and file a Serna Motion!

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