Supreme Court of Louisiana, 1978

State v. Moses

State v. Moses
Supreme Court of Louisiana · Decided February 17, 1978 · Dennis, Dixon
354 So. 2d 1377; 1978 La. LEXIS 5932 (Southern Reporter, Second Series)

State v. Moses

Opinion of the Court

In re: Walter Moses applying for writs of certiorari, review, prohibition, mandamus and for a stay order. Parish of Orleans.

Denied.

Concurring Opinion

DIXON and DENNIS, JJ.,

concur in the denial. The trial judge has the authority to order the case to trial. If the District Attorney does not present evidence, or nol pros the case, the defendant will be acquitted. The trial judge has the authority to protect the defendant’s right to a speedy trial.

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