Opinion ID: 1279670
Heading Depth: 1
Heading Rank: 11

Heading: CrR 3.3

Text: Defendant argues, however, that under CrR 3.3, the speedy trial rule, trial was to take place within 60 days from the date of arraignment. The original trial date was set for June 13, 1983. Defendant argues that when he was arraigned on charges of aggravated first degree murder on May 25, he had only 19 days in which to prepare his case. This, he states, is less time than other defendants have to prepare their defenses for charges less serious than he faced. We find defendant's claim to be without merit. He had an opportunity to ask for continuances and, in fact, continuances were granted. Trial did not begin until October 19, 1983. He was given as much time as he needed to prepare his defense.