How many times can the prosecution ask for a continuance on the same case

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Anonymous Mar 27, 2010 Criminal Defense 2 views 2 answers

my son has been to court multiple times on the same case in the last 2 yrs . the prosecution has ask for it to be contiued multiple times . what is our rights here we have taking off work many time and nothing has been done our laywer said they dont have enough proof .

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Harvey Crowley

Harvey Crowley · Jun 15, 2026

The basic answer to your question is that there is no limit to the number of times either party (prosecution or defense) can ask for a continuance. However, at some point, the repeated delays in trying the case will violate the defendant's federal constitutional right to a speedy trial, as well as Mississippi's statutory speedy trial provisions. Curt Crowley Attorney Offices in Jackson and Biloxi http://www.thecrowleylawfirm.com/ContactUs.html

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Victor Carmody

Victor Carmody · Jun 15, 2026

Most courts allow the prosecution and defense to contine a case.Very seldom will a court allow more than one continuance to either side absent extreme circumstances. Talk to your Attorney to find out why he hasn't moved the court to dismiss the charges

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