Washington Waiver of Speedy Trial — Chief Judge Rice is a process whereby a defendant in a criminal case can waive their right to a speedy trial in order to allow more time for the defense to prepare for trial. This waiver is based on the Washington State Supreme Court’s decision in Rice v. State, which stated that a defendant has a constitutional right to a speedy trial in Washington State. The waiver is valid when a defendant voluntarily and knowingly waives their right to a speedy trial in writing, and it is signed by both the defendant and the court. There are two types of Waiver of Speedy Trial — Chief Judge Rice: 1) the General Waiver of Speedy Trial — Chief Judge Rice, which applies to all criminal cases in Washington State; and 2) the Enhanced Waiver of Speedy Trial — Chief Judge Rice, which applies to certain types of criminal cases, including Felony Assault, Burglary, Robbery, and Kidnapping.