State v. Myers

CAMERON, Chief Justice.

The defendant appeals from a jury verdict and judgment of guilt to the crime of assault with a deadly weapon, A.R.S. § 13-249, and a sentence of not less than five nor more than six years in the Arizona State Prison. We have jurisdiction pursuant to Rule 47(e)(5), Rules of the Supreme Court, 17A A.R.S.

Defendant raises two issues on appeal. These are:

1. Did the delay between the commission of the offense -and the setting of the first trial date amount to a denial of due process and the right to speedy trial?

2. Was there sufficient evidence to support the verdict?

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