U.S. v. SHANNON

STEPHEN CROCKER, Magistrate Judge

On February 13, 2007, I appointed a new attorney, Anthony Delyea, to represent defendant Ralph Shannon. At a telephonic status conference on February 27, Attorney Delyea advised that he needs some time to discuss this case with Shannon, decide how they wish to proceed, and then implement their decision.

Therefore, all time from February 13, 2007 through the new trial date on April 30, 2007 is excluded from computation under the speedy trial clock pursuant to 18 U.S.C. § 3161(h)(8)(A). Shannon's new attorney needs this time to review the case, strategize with his client and to prepare for trial. Failure to provide this time would unreasonably deny Shannon and Attorney Delyea reasonable time necessary for effective preparation, taking into account the exercise of due diligence. The ends of justice served by proceeding in this fashion outweigh the best interests of the public and the defendant in a speedier trial.