N.Y. Criminal Procedure Law 30.20 – Speedy trial; in general
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§ 30.20 Speedy trial; in general.
Terms Used In N.Y. Criminal Procedure Law 30.20
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
1. After a criminal action is commenced, the defendant is entitled to a speedy trial.
2. Insofar as is practicable, the trial of a criminal action must be given preference over civil cases; and the trial of a criminal action where the defendant has been committed to the custody of the sheriff during the pendency of the criminal action must be given preference over other criminal actions.