People v. Megginson

OPINION OF THE COURT

Arlene D. Goldberg, J.

Defendant’s motion to dismiss the accusatory instrument based on a violation of his statutory right to a speedy trial under CPL 30.30 is granted.

The criminal action in this case commenced on July 2, 1994 when a felony complaint was filed charging the defendant with assault in the first degree (Penal Law § 120.10 [1]). Defendant was arraigned on that date and the case adjourned to July 7, 1994 for Grand Jury action. On July 7, 1994, the case was further adjourned to November 1, 1994 for the People to present the matter to a Grand Jury. On November 1,…