McBride v. State

WALLER, Chief Justice,

for the Court:

¶ 1. The Sixth Amendment to the United States Constitution and Mississippi law both afford an accused the right to a speedy trial. And, once an accused is brought to trial, the State bears the burden of proving each element of the charged offense beyond a reasonable doubt. Jerry McBride argues that his right to a speedy trial was violated, and that the evidence was insufficient to sustain his conviction of sexual battery. We disagree. His conviction and sentence, therefore, are affirmed.

FACTS AND PROCEDURAL HISTORY

¶ 2. The following history is taken from…