State v. Diprete, 94-1000 (1996)

DECISION

Defendant Edward D. DiPrete (defendant) has moved for a stay of the trial in the above-entitled case, which is opposed by the state. Defendant Dennis L. DiPrete neither joins in nor objects to the motion, suggesting, however, that compelling arguments are made for granting the stay.

In order to evaluate the merits of the defendant's motion, it is necessary to review the factual events which prompted its filing. Both defendants were named in a twenty-four count indictment, which included alleged violations of the state Racketeer Influenced Corrupt Organizations (RICO) statute, as well…