Family Court Act § 340.1 (2) provides that where, as here, the respondent is not in detention, the fact-finding hearing shall commence not more than sixty days after the conclusion of the initial appearance. The hearing may, however, be adjourned for up to an additional 30 days beyond the 60-day period "for good cause shown" (Family Ct Act § 340.1 [4] [a]).
Here, on the 59th day for speedy trial purposes, the presentment agency advised the court that, although...
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