Speedy trial - procedural schedule
C.R.S. § 19-2.5-904
in effect19-2.5-904. Speedy trial - procedural schedule. (1) The juvenile's right to a speedy trial is governed by section 18-1-405 and rule 48(b) of the Colorado rules of criminal procedure.
(2) In bringing an adjudicatory action against a juvenile pursuant to this article 2.5, the district attorney and the court shall comply with the deadlines for:
(a) Holding the detention hearing, as specified in section 19-2.5-305 (3)(a)(I);
(b) Filing the petition, as specified in section 19-2.5-305 (3)(a)(IX);
(c) Setting the first appearance, as specified in section 19-2.5-501 (4); and
(d) Holding the adjudicatory trial, as specified in section 19-2.5-902 (1).
(3) The court may grant a continuance with regard to any of the deadlines specified in subsection (2) of this section upon making a finding of good cause.
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