Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Right to evidence and witnesses

I'm accused of a crime I did not commit. The prosecution has not answered discovery request from 1 year ago. With the trial date set in less than two weeks, my witnesses have not heard back from the prosecution. The prosecution has not produced witnesses authorized by the judge. I am being forced to seek a continuance. Is this a violation of my right to a speedy trial or any other rights?


Asked on 5/05/04, 5:44 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Lyle Johnson Bedi and Johnson Attorneys at Law

Re: Right to evidence and witnesses

Your statement gives the impression that you are representing yourself. If that is the case you need to get the assistance of an attorney immediately. If you have an attorney you should get a second opinion. If that attorney is appointed by the court ask for a marsden hearing, and explain to the court that you are concerned about the lack of providing discovery by the district attorney's office.

The issue of denial of speedy trial is complex and it dependent upon the facts of your case.

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Answered on 5/06/04, 12:54 am


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