Rule 16.04 - Time Standards for Criminal Cases(a)Applicability. These rules are not intended to supersede any constitutional or statutory speedy trial provisions. (b)Pretrial Motions. An order shall be entered which sets forth a ruling on pretrial motions which require a hearing or ruling within two months of submission or on the date of the trial, whichever is earlier. (c)Felony Prosecutions. A sentencing order shall be entered in felony prosecutions within eight (8) months of the date of the indictment or information. (d)Misdemeanor Prosecutions. A sentencing order shall be entered in misdemeanor prosecutions within eight (8) months from the date of indictment or information, the date of arrest, or the date of service of summons. (e)Post-trial Motions. An order shall be entered on post-trial motions within one month of submission.W.Va. Trial. Ct. R. 16.04