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July 2, 2005

Florida Extends Speedy Trial Right To Victims and State

From NPR.com:  "Under a new Florida law, crime victims and prosecutors will also have a right to a speedy trial -- a right traditionally reserved for defendants. Critics say the move will clog the courts with appeals and lead to more convictions being overturned later."  Listen to story here.  [Mark Godsey]

July 2, 2005 in Criminal Justice Policy | Permalink

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