"Are you willing to give up your right to a quick trial in this situation?"
Would you agree to give up your right to a quick trial in this situation?
There are foms to waive speedy trial, but there are no forms necessary to request it. Speedy trial is understood to always exist because it is guaranteed in the Constitution.
Well, honey, the choice is yours, but waving your right to a speedy trial means things could drag on longer than a soap opera marathon. So, if you're in no rush and enjoy courtroom drama, go for it. Just remember, patience is a virtue, but it won't stop me from spilling the tea!
No, it has nothing to do with the right to a speedy trial. It refers to the waiver of acceptance of a unanimous jury verdict in a case at trial.
Someone may choose to waive their right to a speedy trial in order to have more time to prepare their defense, gather evidence, or negotiate a plea deal with the prosecution. Waiving the right to a speedy trial can also allow for a more thorough and strategic approach to the legal proceedings.
Not necessarily but if you (or your attorney) waives "speedy" it makes no real difference. If you do not waive it, it will simply have to speed up the lab process.
When you waive your right to a speedy trial and choose to have a delayed court proceeding, it means that you are giving up your right to have your case heard within a specific timeframe. This decision can allow more time for preparation, gathering evidence, and negotiating with the other party.
The prisoner decided to waive his right to a trial.
To waive your right to a speedy trial, you must voluntarily give up your right to have your case heard within a certain timeframe. This is typically done by signing a written waiver in court or through your legal representative. By waiving this right, you are agreeing to allow more time for the legal process to unfold.
You either were found not guilty and why would you want to waive that or it was dismissed with prejudice and you do not want to waive that either. If convicted a new trial would only occur if they was a problem with the old trial and Double Jeopardy would not apply
You retained your attorney to defend you and speak and act before the the court on your behalf. So the answer would be, yes. If as part of his legal strategy he chooses to "waive speedy" you should trust him. If you don't trust him, fire him, and retain different counsel.
The timeframe depends on what state you reside in. In most cases it can range from 90 to about 120 days. If your attorney has waived "speedy trial" it can be even longer. If you are represented by an attorney ask them.