In RE WOODS v. Rhay

-This is an original application for a writ of habeas corpus. The gravamen of petitioner’s claim is that his constitutional right to a speedy trial was violated and that his plea of guilty to the crime of forgery in the first degree was involuntary.

It is conceded by counsel for respondent that an inordinate and unexcused delay occurred between petitioner’s arrest and his arraignment. A detailed recitation of the unfortunate circumstances would serve no useful purpose. Suffice it to say that the occurrence was such as to amount to a violation of petitioner’s constitutional rights (Const, art…