How long will it take to resolve my case?

While it is hard to generalize, cases in state court often take a long time to resolve. If the case is eventually set for a trial, it may be reset several times. Older cases and cases in which the defendant is incarcerated will usually be given priority.

The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals declared Texas’ Speedy Trial Act unconstitutional. Therefore, there is no right to a speedy trial under the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. A defendant in a criminal case has a limited right to a speedy trial under the United States Constitution.