Legal Question in Criminal Law in Illinois

Speedy Trial

I have a child (18) in custody on 2 counts of crim sex assault and one count of Crim sex abuse, the counsel we have now was informed of filing for a speedy trial yesterday, however does not want to, as he is waiting on the States Attorney to make a deal.....(the states attorney is slow as a handicapped turtle) - you merely need to push this states attorney along. - what does a speedy trial have to do with my childs state and federal rights to a speedy trial? This case has been in existance since December 2003 and no speedy trial motion has been filed. What is the best way to handle this? Fire Counsel?


Asked on 2/16/05, 8:32 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Rosenblat Michael C. Rosenblat., P.C.

Re: Speedy Trial

Every person in custody must be tried in 120 days from the date he is taken into custody, unless the delay is attributable to the defendant. You only need to file a speedy trail demand if the defendant is not in custody. Call me if you have any questions.

Mike Rosenblat, 847-657-0006

www.Criminal-Defense1.com

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Answered on 2/16/05, 10:07 am


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