BLACKBURN, Presiding Judge.
Following a jury trial, Melvin Smith appeals his conviction for rape and false imprisonment, contending (i) his acquittal on the first rape charge required an acquittal on the second rape charge; (ii) the trial court erred in admitting the victim's statement given to her treating physician; (iii) he was denied his right to a speedy trial; (iv) he received ineffective assistance of counsel; and (v) the court erred in sentencing him on the...
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