H. Speedy Trial Guarantees

Question 1

What is required for speedy trial?*

Answer 1

1) The People must be ready + announce readiness for trial

2) Within prescribed time frame

Question 2

What factors determine whether the right to speedy trial has been violated?*

Answer 2

• Extent of delay
• Reason for delay
• Nature of underlying charge
• Any extended period of pretrial incarceration (person in jail)
• Indication of defence impairment by delay

Question 3

What is ultimately required for violation of right to speedy trial?

Answer 3

Delay must be great enough

- NO prejudice to D required