State v. Rhoads

Irwin, Chief Judge.

I. INTRODUCTION

Daniel J. Rhoads appeals from the Douglas County District Court’s order overruling his motion to discharge. Rhoads’ motion to discharge was made on statutory grounds only. Because we find that Rhoads’ statutory right to a speedy trial was violated, we reverse, and remand with directions to dismiss the charges against Rhoads.

II. BACKGROUND

On August 14, 2001, the State filed an information against Rhoads. The State contends that Rhoads filed a motion for discovery on August 17. We do not have Rhoads’ motion for discovery in the record before us. According to a…