how many felony cases actually go to trial
For a jury trial for a felony case: The law says how soon a defendant charged with a felony must be brought to trial. (See section 1382 of the Penal Code.). The trial must start within 60 days of the arraignment on the Information.The defendant can âwaiveâ (give up) the right to a speedy trial.etting a Trial Date. For a jury trial for a misdemeanor case: The law says how soon a defendant charged with a misdemeanor must be brought to trial. (See section 1382 of the Penal Code). If the defendant is in custody at the arraignment, the trial must start within 30 days of arraignment or plea, whichever is later.