People v. Adams

(Court opinion corrected 5/9/12.) Defendant was convicted, after bench trial, of predatory criminal sexual assault of a child. Defendant alleged deprivation of due process because prison officials in Kentucky, where he was imprisoned, failed to notify him of his right to request final disposition of charges underlying detainer issued by Saline County, IL State's Attorney. Dismissal of indictment, information, or complaint is not an available form of relief where officials in the sending state violate the notice requirement of Article III of Interstate Agreement on Detainers. Defendant, even after being apprised of his right to request final disposition, did not request a final disposition. Defendant failed to establish that prison officials' violation of Interstate Agreement prejudiced his defense and his ability to have a fair trial. (WELCH and GOLDENHERSH, concurring.)