[Traveler59]

It’s obvious that “speedy trial” isn’t in anyone’s handbook anymore.

I was involved in the Courts Martial of one of my troops, and although the right to a speedy trail is guaranteed by the US Constitution, the defendant on advice from their lawyer can waive that right. This is usually done when the defense attorney feels they need more time to prepare an adequate defense, gather more testimony/statements from witnesses, or have any evidence reviewed by their own experts. If the accused does not waive that right, the Courts Martial must convene within 120 days after being charge with a crime (Article 32 Hearing).

-Traveler

[xzins]

Thanks, Traveler. Good info.

I stand corrected.