State v. Kersteter

— John Kersteter appeals his conviction for driving while under the influence of intoxicating liquors (DWI). RCW 46.61.502. The issues on appeal relate to whether defendant could be convicted on a charge which had previously been dismissed against him, and whether he was afforded his right to a speedy trial. We hold that the conviction was proper and that his trial was timely. Accordingly, we affirm.

In May 1979, defendant was involved in an automobile accident with one Ernest Heide. On June 28, 1979, defendant was served with a citation for DWI, a gross misdemeanor (RCW 9A.20.010(2)(b)), and…