Speedy Trial
Speedy Trial
In the United States of America an accused person has the right to a speedy trial. The Sixth Amendment says in part: In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed. So if you are accused of a crime in the United States of America, you have the right to a speedy trial. [Read more…]