Brooks v. State

JOHNSON, Judge.

After a jury trial in June 2001, Anthony Brooks was convicted of battery, rape and false imprisonment. Brooks moved for a new trial, and on October 22, 2002, the trial court granted the motion due to ineffective assistance of trial counsel. On November 15, 2002, Brooks’ lawyer filed a request for permission to file a speedy trial demand. On November 20, 2002, the lawyer withdrew and a new attorney was appointed to represent Brooks. On or about that same day, Brooks was released from confinement on bond. In August or September 2003, the case appeared on a trial calendar.…