State v. Dobbs

The opinion of the court was delivered by

Moritz, J.:

Donnell Dobbs directly appeals his conviction of first-degree premeditated murder, attempted first-degree premeditated murder, and criminal possession of a firearm. Dobbs contends the district court violated his statutory right to a speedy trial in granting the State’s request for a continuance. Dobbs also argues he is entitled to a new trial because the district court gave a clearly erroneous eyewitness identification instruction. We reject both of Dobbs’ claims and affirm his convictions.

*1227Factual and Procedural Background

In 2008, Dobbs…