Montana Supreme Court

State v. Larson

March 17, 20262026 MT 55

Summary

The Court affirmed the denial of Larson’s motion to dismiss for lack of a speedy trial. Although the 476-day period exceeded the 200-day threshold, the Court concluded that the reasons for delay, Larson’s conduct, and the absence of demonstrated prejudice outweighed the length of the delay. The Court held that the State did not violate Larson’s constitutional speedy-trial right.