Legal Question in Criminal Law in Texas
I want to know if the 180 day rule apply. if you haven't been to trial in almost a year on a criminal case. Don't the have 180 days to try thecase
Asked on 11/21/18, 3:45 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Cynthia Henley
Cynthia Henley, Lawyer
There is no 180 day rule with regard to trial. You have a the right to demand a "speedy trial" but the speed of the trial is also dictated by the court's schedule. You don't get to have your case heard before others who cases are older. Talk to your lawyer about this.
Answered on 11/21/18, 3:53 pm
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