Re: Misdemeanor charge

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On 4/21/07, Don wrote:
> My question is that I was charged with a misdemeanor crime
> in October 2005. I am just getting a letter to appear in
> court for my arraignment now in 2007. I have had no
> initial appearance either. Can the state take so long in a
> situation like this or have my rights been violated.
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> I would speak with an attorney, most will speak to you
free of charge for consultation. I sounds as if your rights
have been violated. Maybe the 5th amendment (due process)
and the 6th amendment (right to speedy trial. It is hard to
win a non-speedy trial case for state charges. Your best bet
is to confir with an attorney though. Goiod luck. 2 years is
an aweful long time between being charged and being
arriagned.
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