Tyner v. State

Adams, Judge.

George William Tyner moved for discharge and acquittal and plea in bar on the grounds that he had been denied his right to speedy trial under OCGA § 17-7-170 and the U. S. Constitution. The trial court denied the motion, and Tyner appeals.

Effective May 18, 2007, the terms of court for the Piedmont Circuit including Jackson County became the first Monday in February and August. OCGA § 15-6-3 (32) (C). See also Ga. L. 2007, p. 278, § 1. Tyner was indicted by the Jackson County grand jury on September 11, 2007 on one count of aggravated sexual battery, one count of incest, two…