State v. Lopez

Roberto S. Lopez appeals his judgment and sentence for delivery of a controlled substance, alleging four errors by the trial court and ineffective assistance by his attorney. Lopez’s contentions that the trial court erred in finding that Lopez waived his right to a speedy trial and finding that Lopez’s statements to officers while in custody were voluntary and therefore admissible for impeachment will be treated in the published portion of this opinion. His remaining contentions will be treated in the unpublished portion. We affirm.

Facts

On May 24, 1991, after setting up a controlled drug sale…