People v. Perkins

Defendant Ernest Perkins was charged by information with one count of rape (Ill. Rev. Stat. 1975, ch. 38, par. 11 — 1) and two counts of armed robbery (Ill. Rev. Stat. 1975, ch. 38, par. 18 — 2). The trial court granted defendant’s motion for a directed verdict on the rape count at the close of the State’s case. The jury found defendant guilty on both armed robbery counts. The trial court sentenced defendant to a term of not less than six nor more than 10 years for each conviction, to be served concurrently. Defendant appeals, contending that the State violated his right to speedy trial,…