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Q: What happens if I didn't waive my right to a speedy trial and its been over 90 days?

Does case become dismissed?

James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Mar 26, 2024

If you haven't waived your right to a speedy trial and it has been over 90 days, the situation may vary based on the laws in your jurisdiction and the specific circumstances of your case. Generally, the right to a speedy trial is protected by law to prevent undue and lengthy pretrial... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents, Insurance Defense and Traffic Tickets for South Dakota on
Q: If I got into a car accident that wasn’t my fault and got a no insurance ticket, but now have my own car with insurance

I only got a no insurance ticket for my parents car, but now have my own car with insurance. No other tickets were given to me. What should I do?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Aug 26, 2022

A South Dakota attorney could advise best, but your question remains for two weeks. In terms of your question on what you should do, there are a number of issues to sort out here. I hope no one was injured here, but if you were, reach out to attorneys to discuss your options there. Without... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Insurance Defense for South Dakota on
Q: Who pays insurance claim for a minor that was in an accident?What happens when the minor becomes 18 & claim isn't paid 4

My parents are refusing to pay for a insurance claim on an accident I was in last year. I caused the accident, I was riding my bicycle and hit a car. The insurance company is asking for money. The letters they send are being addressed to "The Parents of "Minors Name"". My... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Oct 9, 2017

The parents are technically responsible.You may want to pay it if you can. Start by figuring what the bill was (I'm assuming you are at fault because you say so). If you pay you want a release of all claims.

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