State v. Cassidy

The State of Montana appeals the order of the District Court, Missoula County, dismissing two counts of felony criminal mischief pending against defendant, on the ground defendant was denied his constitutional right to a speedy trial.

The cause was submitted to the District Court on a statement of facts stipulated to by the parties. The facts so stipulated are as follows:

On March 9, 1977, defendant was arrested on two counts of criminal mischief, felonies, as specified in section 94-6-102, R.C.M. 1947. Defendant made his initial appearance in Missoula County Justice Court on March 10, 1977,…