QUESTION

Do I have a right to a speedy trial?

Asked on Jan 13th, 2014 on DUI/DWI - Texas
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I got a DWI four months ago and there's still no trial date do I have a right to speedy trial?
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Everyone has a right to a speedy trial. However, it takes more than just the passage of 4 months to prove that your right to a speedy trial has been violated. There are several factors that courts would consider in making that determination. If you have an attorney you should contact him/her to find out where the case is at, procedurally. If you don't have an attorney you should seriously consider hiring one. I specialize in DWI defense, and can tell you there are myriad issues to consider when handling a client's DWI case. If the case can be beat, it's worth the money to find out.
Answered on Jan 13th, 2014 at 4:41 PM

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