State v. Leyva

Defendant challenges the trial court’s order denying his motion to vacate sentence, claiming the trial court had no jurisdiction over his case due to its order continuing sentencing without date and the State’s failure to file a detainer. Defendant also asserts he was denied his right to a speedy trial. We affirm.

On July 27, 1989, defendant was convicted of three counts of unlawful distribution of a controlled substance. Sentencing was scheduled for August of 1989, and defendant was released on bond. Defendant’s sentencing was continued five times. The first and second continuances were due…