"Speedy trial rights" refer to the maximum time limit for which an Arizona criminal or DUI trial must commence. Not without court approval.For a Free Consultation please call (480) 8338613 or complete the form in the sidebar. This makes a speedy trial a human right in which a criminal defendant cannot have their trial delayed indefinitely or needlessly. Defendants are entitled to a speedy trial (Rule 8; Arizona Rules of Criminal Procedure). (3)Deadline for Acting on a Request. Trial must be held within six months after plea. This time limit is referred to as "Speedy Trial" Rights in Arizona under Rule 8. If so, your defense lawyer can ask a judge to throw out (or "suppress") the unlawfully obtained evidence before your case goes to trial. Speedy Trial is not as simple as it sounds, and should not be demanded unless all discovery is complete and he is ready for trial.