This bill addresses the right to a speedy trial in a criminal case.
This bill:
- defines terms;
- establishes time periods for a court to set a criminal matter for trial if a defendant or victim requests a speedy trial;
- authorizes a court to set a criminal matter for trial after the expiration of the applicable time period under certain circumstances; and
- makes technical and conforming changes.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 77-1-6
Substitute #1: 77-1-6