Shepherd v. Fahringer

CAMERON, Justice.

I. JURISDICTION

This is a special action brought by the defendant, John Bryant Shepherd, who was charged with driving under the influence of intoxicating liquor (DUI), A.R.S. § 28-692(A) (Supp.1987), while his license was suspended or revoked, A.R.S. § 28-692.02 (Supp.1987). We have jurisdiction pursuant to Ariz. Const, art. 6, § 5(3) and Ariz.R.Sp.Act. 8, 17A A.R.S.

II. ISSUES

The following issues must be resolved:

A. Was defendant denied his right to a speedy trial in violation of Rule 8, Ariz.R.Crim.P., and Hinson v. Coulter, 150 Ariz. 306, 723 P.2d 655 (1986)?

B. Was defendant…