State v. Ramirez

I disagree with the manner in which the majority analyzes the record in this case; this case, at the very least, should be remanded for a hearing and for the circuit court to make specific, written findings regarding Ramirez’s motion to dismiss on speedy trial grounds. Accordingly, I dissent.

First, the majority opinion — concluding that “ ‘[t]he facts before us are undisputed’” and that “‘[tjhe only question to be decided is a question of law1 ” 184 So.3d at 1055 — applies a de novo standard of review. I disagree with these conclusions, as well as the application of a de novo standard of…