Section 40-14-101 - Speedy trial - Right to be heard

In all criminal prosecutions, the accused is entitled to a speedy trial and to be heard in person and by counsel.Code 1858, § 4992 (deriv. Const. 1834, art. 1, § 9); Shan., § 6951; Code 1932, § 11492; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 40-2001.