The People of the State of Colorado, Petitioner v. Stephen J. Ahuero, Respondent

Summary

The court held that the trial court did not abuse its discretion by denying defense counsel's request for additional time to prepare for trial. The trial court reasonably weighed counsel's conclusory request against docket concerns, the nature and anticipated length of the trial, the priority given to child-sexual-assault cases, and the need for prompt resolution. The court reversed the court of appeals and remanded for further proceedings.