State v. Reitano

LETTS, Chief Judge.

The State appeals a discharge granted under the speedy trial rule because an earlier trial court’s order extending speedy trial (so the State could appeal) was entered (1) ex parte, and (2) prior to the actual filing of the notice of appeal. We reverse on both issues.

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