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How long until a trial for a murder charge?

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Regardless of the charge, the right to a speedy trial is set at 90 days from indictment. However, by mutual agreement between the defense and the prosecution, "speedy" can be waived and run a longer length of time (usually to assist the defense in gathering evidence beneficial to the defendant).

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