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Speedy Trial Act

The federal law that requires trial to begin within 70 days of indictment or first appearance, with many excludable delays.

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Jan 14, 2026
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What criminal indictments — if any — against Donald Trump exist as of January 2026, and what are the typical timelines from indictment to possible imprisonment?

As of January 2026, Donald Trump has been the subject of four major criminal prosecutions that originated in 2023 — a New York state case that resulted in a 2024 conviction later discharged, and three...

Feb 7, 2026

Could federal charges dismissed without prejudice be refiled after a president leaves office, and what statute-of-limitations issues would matter?

“without prejudice” can generally be refiled later because that dismissal leaves the government free to bring the same charges again, but whether refiling is legally viable after a depends critically ...