People v. Ramirez

OPINION OF THE COURT

Nicholas Lacovetta, J.

The issue presented in this case is whether the due diligence *391requirement of CPL 30.30 (4) (former [c])1 applies in a post-readiness situation when a defendant warrants and the People did not cause or contribute to his absence.

Defendant moves to dismiss the indictment because he was denied his right to a speedy trial pursuant to CPL 30.20 and 30.30 (1) (a).

The defendant was arrested and arraigned on a felony complaint on May 19, 1993. The People had six months from that date, or 184 days, within which to answer ready (People v Stiles, 70 NY2d 765;…