State Ex Rel. Colvin v. Superior Court

On June 6, 1929, complaint was filed before John B.' Wright, a justice of the peace of Seattle precinct, charging Ed Brown with the crime of having intoxicating liquor in possession with intent to sell. Defendant gave bail and was released from custody pending trial, which was set for June 18,1929. On that date the defendant’s motion for continuance to June 24,1929, was granted. Second, third and fourth continuances to July 1, 2 and 8, respectively, were granted on defendant’s motion. On July 8,1929, prior to the taking of any testimony or the entry of any plea, the defendant requested…