The defendant's motion to dismiss for denial of her right to speedy trial compels the court to discuss whether the time period between defendant's initial arraignment on a felony complaint and its reduction to a misdemeanor is chargeable solely to the People.
Extensive affidavits were submitted by both counsel. Given the general agreement as to facts and dates, a hearing was unnecessary (People v Gruden,
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