State v. Palmer

Harold Palmer appeals his convictions of second degree robbery and attempted first degree robbery. He claims that the trial court erred by extending the trial date beyond the limits provided by the speedy trial rule. We find no error and affirm the convictions.

Palmer was charged with one count of second degree robbery and one count of attempted first degree robbery. He was arraigned on January 13, 1983, and a trial date was originally set for March 3, 49 days after the arraignment. The case was not assigned out on March 3 or 4, and on Monday, March 7, the trial deputy began a negligent…