Phelps v. State

SULLIVAN, Judge.

Charles Phelps appeals his conviction of robbery and confinement.

We affirm.

Phelps presents two issues upon appeal. He contends that his right to an early trial was denied and that the evidence was insufficient to support the verdict.

I

The facts pertinent to the early trial issue are as follows: Phelps requested an early trial on April 1, 1986, and trial was set for May 19. On May 14, Phelps was granted a continuance until June 9. On that date, the State responded to the denial of its request for continuance by simultaneously dismissing and refiling its charges against Phelps.…