State v. Pemberton

Paul Pemberton appeals from an order dismissing his appeal from District Court for failure to timely note the case for trial and for not diligently prosecuting his appeal.

On June 1, 1976, Pemberton was convicted in Skagit County District Court for driving while under the influence of intoxicating liquor. On June 9, he filed a notice of appeal, and a transcript of the District Court proceedings was certified and transmitted to the Superior Court clerk on June 16. On June 23, Pemberton requested the clerk of the Superior Court to set the case for trial, stating:

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