Vaughn v. State

Defendant was convicted and sentenced for trafficking in cannabis. On appeal he contends that he was entitled to be discharged for violation of his right to speedy trial under Fla.R.Crim.P. 3.191. Ten days prior to the expiration of the 180-day period after defendant’s arrest, the trial judge, on his own motion and without a hearing, had extended the speedy trial time by five weeks.1 After the 180-day period expired *931but before the expiration of the five week extension, defendant left the jurisdiction for approximately two years. Upon his return, prosecution of him resumed. He filed a motion…