how long does criminal trial take
The length of a case varies greatly from case-to-case. A case that has complex issues, many defendants, many witnesses or extensive legal matters can take considerably longer than a simple misdemeanor or violation. On average, it will take about 1 year from the time a person is arrested until the trial. Of course, the case can be dismissed or plea bargained at any time. You can follow the progress of your case by using the tables below.