Cates v. United States

KERN, Associate Judge:

A jury found appellant guilty of assault with a dangerous weapon (D.C. Code 1973, § 22-502) and assault with intent to commit robbery (D.C. Code 1973, § 22-501). 1 On appeal he argues that the trial court erred (a) when it denied his motion to dismiss the indictment for lack of a speedy trial, and (b) when it denied his motion to suppress the complaining witness’ show-up identification testimony. 2 We disagree and affirm the convictions.

Manifestly, the right to a speedy trial is a fundamental constitutional right. 3 The Supreme Court has warned, however, that it is…