Why they should NOT arrest Michael Brown's killer right away.

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10. Each state has its own limit. I looked it up for Missouri, so I'll find it again.

And the other thing that delays trials, like OJ Simpson's trial, is that the DEFENSE is perfectly free to ask for a continuance, and they often do. It can often be an advantage for a defense to prolong things. But the prosecution must meet its deadline no matter what, because the Constitution guarantees the right to a speedy trial -- unless waived by the defendant.

http://www.justanswer.com/criminal-law/1l0gf-time-limit-missouri-right-speedy-trial.html

You have a right to a speedy trial under the Sixth Amendment of the United States Constitution, which requires that the trial be held within a certain time frame after a person has been charged with a crime. This right can be waived by asking for additional time for the preparation of your defense.

With limited exceptions, a defendant should be brought to trial in Missouri: Within 70 days of your first appearance on an Information or Indictment; If you are in custody, within 90 days following the beginning of custody.