Scott v. State

Jack Holt, Jr., Chief Justice.

Appellant Jessie Scott was convicted in circuit court of driving while intoxicated and driving left of center. For reversal he argues that he was denied his right to a speedy trial in that “twelve months passed before he was tried.” We disagree and affirm.

The following is a chronology of significant events:(1) February 14,1987: Jessie Scott was arrested, charged, and convicted in Logan County Municipal Court of driving while intoxicated and driving left of center.(2) April 13,1987: Scott appealed to the Circuit Court of Logan County, Northern District.(3) May…