New York Court of Appeals
The People of the State of New York, Appellant v. Tonya Carter, Robin Green and Niemah Morgan, Respondents
July 9, 199891 N.Y.2d 795
Summary
The New York Court of Appeals held that the People’s pre‑arraignment statement of readiness filed on November 22, 1995 was effective under CPL 30.30 and tolled the speedy‑trial clock. Accordingly, the Court reversed the Appellate Division’s dismissal of the indictment and remanded the case for further proceedings.