State v. Dunten

BRYNER, Chief Judge.

The state has petitioned for review of an order entered by Superior Court Judge Beverly W. Cutler dismissing a second-degree murder charge against Terry L. Dun-ten, for violation of the 120-day speedy trial rule. We have granted review because the case presents an important question of law upon which there is substantial ground for difference of opinion. Alaska R.App.P. 402(b)(2). We conclude that the superior court erred in finding a violation of the speedy trial rule.

The case arises from the fatal shooting of Paul Dunten by his wife, Terry Dunten. The Duntens’ marriage…