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Demand Trial By Combat In Georgia
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SPEEDY TRIAL ISSUES Delays in law enforcement disclosures of evidence to prosecutors lead to delays in disclosure to the defense and the need for continuances; Backlogs in state laboratories delay completion of key forensic testing;
At the time of independence in 1776, trial by combat had not been abolished and it has never formally been abolished since. The question of whether trial by combat remains a valid alternative to civil action has been argued to remain open, at least in theory.
(an appellate court weighs the following four factors to determine if there is a Sixth Amendment speedy trial violation: (1) the length of the delay; (2) the reasons for the delay; (3) the accused's demand for a speedy trial; and (4) the prejudice to the accused).
The right to a speedy trial is a fundamental aspect of the criminal justice system. In Georgia, this right is enshrined in both the state's constitution and statutory law. It ensures that an accused individual does not face an unreasonable delay between the filing of charges and the trial.
It must be filed within twenty-eight days of the conviction and sentencing. The grounds for the motion are that the final judgment is inconsistent with the evidence presented during the trial and contrary to laws governing the issues contested in the trial.
A speedy trial indicates that the defendant is tried for the alleged crimes within a reasonable amount of time after being arrested. If the defendant is not tried when the demand for speedy trial is made or at the next regular court term, then the defendant shall be acquitted of the charges.
The grounds for granting a motion for a new trial include a significant error of law, verdict going against the weight of evidence, irregularity in the court proceeding, jury misconduct, newly discovered material evidence, and improper damages.
If the defendant is convicted, there are several motions that can be filed after the trial is over. Common post-trial motions include: Motion for a New Trial – The court can vacate the judgment and allow for a new trial. This is rarely granted, but may be done “if the interest of justice so requires.”
(a) All motions for new trial, except in extraordinary cases, shall be made within 30 days of the entry of the judgment on the verdict or entry of the judgment where the case was tried without a jury.
