Walker v. State

McMurray, Presiding Judge.

Defendant was charged via indictment with armed robbery, aggravated assault, and possession of a firearm during the commission of those two crimes. The jury found him “guilty on all counts.” His motion for new trial was denied and this appeal followed. Held:

1. Defendant first contends the trial court erred in denying his “MOTION TO DISMISS” (in the nature of a demand for discharge and acquittal) predicated upon the failure of the State to try him within the time as allowed by OCGA § 17-7-170 after his written demand for a speedy trial. However, the trial court…