State v. Cottrill

[¶ 1.] Amy Cottrill appeals her convictions for one count of procuring or promoting prostitution and one count of pimping. 1 She contends that she was denied her right to a trial within 180 days of her initial appearance as required by SDCL 23A-44-5.1. We affirm.

FACTS

[¶ 2.] On June 12, 2000, the State filed a three count complaint charging Cottrill with one count of procuring or promoting prostitution and two alternative counts of pimping. The following constitutes a chronology of other significant events pertinent to this appeal:

June 13, 2000 — Cottrill’s first appearance on the complaint.

Jul…