TCA 40-14-108
Continuance because of prejudicial excitement
FELONYFelony
What does this charge mean?
A judge may postpone a trial if public excitement about the case is so high that it would unfairly prejudice the defendant's right to a fair trial.
Penalty Details
ClassificationFelony
Penalty SummaryFelony
A continuance because of too great excitement to the prejudice of the defendant shall be in the sound discretion of the court.
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TCA Section40-14-108