Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

If IDid not waive my right to a speedy trial And at the preliminary hearing Held on the 10th and final day It was to be heard on Gets continued Beyond the 10th and final day Do the charges get dropped and can the DA Refile charges In California Lawfully?


Asked on 8/01/15, 10:30 am

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Joe Dane Law Office of Joe Dane

The remedy of going beyond the 10 days is either to release you OR if you were in custody or dismiss. Yes, they can refile a felony one more time. Twice in certain felonies and under very limited circumstances.

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Answered on 8/01/15, 10:53 am


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