In re Levar A.
—Order of disposition, Family Court, New York County (Edward M. Kaufmann, J.), entered June 25, 1992, which adjudicated appellant a juvenile delinquent and placed him on probation for a period of 18 months for acts which, if committed by an adult, would constitute criminal possession of a controlled substance in the third degree, unanimously affirmed, without costs.
Contrary to appellant’s contention, his right to a speedy fact-finding hearing was not violated. Pursuant to Family Court Act § 340.1 (2), a fact-finding hearing must commence within 60 days after the juvenile’s initial appearance if the juvenile is not in detention. However, the fact-finding may be adjourned by the court, on its own motion, or that of the presentment agency, for up to 30 days beyond the 60-day period "for good cause shown.” (Family Ct Act § 340.1 [4] [a].) "[WJhether a particular event or set of events constitutes 'good cause’ * * * is a matter that must be decided on a case-by-case basis, with due regard to the stated legislative goal of prompt adjudication.” (Matter of Frank C.,