People v. Brown

I respectfully dissent from the majority’s conclusion that evidence concerning the stabbing of Beverly Mandoka was properly admitted. I agree with the majority’s resolution of the other issues presented, and the discussion of the 180-day rule contained in this opinion represents the unanimous view of the panel.

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180-Day Rule

Defendant argues that the trial court lost jurisdiction to try him through delay. At the outset, it should be noted that defendant is not asserting a violation of his constitutional and statutory right to a speedy trial, US Const, Am VI; Const 1963, art 1, § 20; MCL 768.1;…