§ 310.2 Speedy trial

Here's a plain-English summary:

If someone is accused in Family Court, whether through a filed petition or a court order transferring the case from criminal court, they have the right to a quick hearing to decide the facts of the case. The court can't drag its feet or let the case sit for a long time before holding this hearing.

This rule protects people from being stuck waiting indefinitely while accusations hang over them. It pushes the court system to move cases along at a reasonable pace, so the person accused gets a chance to have their case heard and resolved without unnecessary delay.