Vreeland v. Weaver

In this case we address Petitioner Delmart Edward Vreeland's attempt to pursue his claim of a violation of his speedy trial rights through a petition for writ of habeas corpus filed before his sentencing. In accord with our longstanding precedent, we hold that Vreeland's petition for writ of habeas corpus was properly denied because speedy trial claims should be pursued through C.A.R. 21 petitions and post-conviction remedies under Crim. P. 85.

I. Facts and Procedural History

Vreeland was charged with numerous counts involving child prostitution, sexual exploitation of children, sexual assault,…