Lakeland, FL asked in DUI / DWI for Florida

Q: DUI case not heard in 14 mo. State ATT. will not look at evidence. Is this 14th Amend. violation?

I have public defender, have expert witness who states BAC @ .03 But get only continuances. They are taking my freedom & money since dec.2015

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A: You know what they say: "Justice delayed, is justice denied". Yiu can ask your attorney to file a Demand for Speedy Trial. That will push the case to resolution in 50 days.

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