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    Speedy trial; time limitations
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    SECTION 30.20

    Speedy trial; in general

    Criminal Procedure (CPL) CHAPTER 11-A, PART 1, TITLE C, ARTICLE 30

    § 30.20 Speedy trial; in general.

    1. After a criminal action is commenced, the defendant is entitled to
    a speedy trial.

    2. Insofar as is practicable, the trial of a criminal action must be
    given preference over civil cases; and the trial of a criminal action
    where the defendant has been committed to the custody of the sheriff
    during the pendency of the criminal action must be given preference over
    other criminal actions.