Speedy trial - Right to be heard

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TN Code › Title 40 › Chapter 14 › Section 40-14-101

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In all criminal prosecutions, the accused is entitled to a speedy trial and to be heard in person and by counsel. Code 1858, § 4992 (deriv. Const. 1834, art. 1, § 9); Shan., § 6951; Code 1932, § 11492; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 40-2001.

In all criminal prosecutions, the accused is entitled to a speedy trial and to be heard in person and by counsel.

Code 1858, § 4992 (deriv. Const. 1834, art. 1, § 9); Shan., § 6951; Code 1932, § 11492; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 40-2001.

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