Q: My spouse was incarcerated at the end of February, prior to COVID-19 closing all courts. His lawyer requested a speedy
trial, however, due to the COVID-19, all court proceedings were postponed. Will the state of Maryland be able to postpone the court date again for the same reason? What if a jury trial was requested, but jurors are not allowed to attend? Are there any petitions or motions that his lawyer can file to have him released before his trial?
A:
Yes -the state can postpone the trial due to a global pandemic.
You should consult closely with your chose lawyer on options in this situation.
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