Legal Question in Criminal Law in New York

Speedy trail

It's been six months since I was charged with a felony. The case is still in the Town Court and no trial date has been set or indiciment handed down. I've appeared every month and turned down plea bargaining from A.D.A. only to have the case then adjourned. Do I have a case for violation of sixth amendmenment. I would like some resolution on this matter and don't mind if it goes to trail, but it needs to go somewhere soon.

Thank You


Asked on 4/04/07, 7:18 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
florence hessen florence f. hessen,esq

Re: Speedy trail

Hi:

You should really speak with an attorney especially if you are talking about a felony.

Your question presented does not provide me with enough info especially if you consented to the adjournment.

Good Luck

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Answered on 4/04/07, 7:23 pm
Anthony Colleluori The Law Offices of Anthony J. Colleluori & Associates PLLC

Re: Speedy trail

According to the law, a felony must come to trial within 6 months of arraignment. I am wondering if you ever agreed to the adjournments or if you said nothing. You have no obligation to be ready for trial but the district attorney does. Often they answer ready at arraignment but they aren't really ready. If you are dealing with this without a lawyer, you have a fool for a client.

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Answered on 4/04/07, 8:49 pm


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