What are my rights if I don't sign away my rights to a speedy trial?
Answer
If you are charged with a crime, you have the right to a speedy trial within 60 days of your arraignment if you are in custody, and 90 days if you are out of custody. If you don't waive your right to a speedy trial, the prosecution would have to bring you to trial within those timelines or face dismissal of your case. That being said, the State or the Defense could request a continuance of your trial date, which would create an "excluded" period and extend your speedy trial. If you have further questions, contact your attorney (if you have one) or feel free to contact me via phone or email.
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