Jerrell v. State

Michael William Jerrell petitions for a writ of prohibition, contending that he is entitled to release on speedy trial grounds. The facts are undisputed and the petition presents a question of law. Accordingly, we have jurisdiction. McKinney v. Yawn, 625 So.2d 885 (Fla. 1st DCA 1993). The State of Florida concedes that petitioner is entitled to relief and we find that concession to be well-taken. Accordingly, we grant the petition.

An information was filed against Jerrell on February 12, 2002, charging him with fraud involving a security interest. A demand for speedy trial was filed by defense…