Richardson v. St. Lawrence

Nahmias, Justice.

Devon Richardson appeals from the denial of his habeas corpus petition in which he sought to be released on bail pending his trial on criminal charges. We affirm.

On December 9, 2008, Richardson was arrested in New York for the murder of Carl Joyner in Chatham County. He was thereafter held in custody. Because this murder charge was not heard by a grand jury within 90 days of the arrest, the trial court was required to set a bond for Richardson. See OCGA § 17-7-50. 1 On March 12, 2009, the trial court signed an order granting a $50,000 bond. On March 18, 2009, Richardson was…