Trial in Virginia

In Virginia how long can a trial be put off and is this reasonable or justified?
The idea of a speedy trial often appears to be violated when one reads about a case finally going to trial months or years after the crime was committed and the offender caught. Look up the speedy trial guidelines for Virginia. Based on that information, how long can a trial be put off? Do you believe this is reasonable or justified? Post your Mini-Paper in the Assignments section.