On December 17, 1977, defendant, while an inmate at the Coxsackie Correctional Facility, refused to re-enter his cell pursuant to the oral order of Correction Officer Browne. After Browne pushed defendant into his cell, defendant struck the officer in the face with his fist. Defendant was indicted for assault in the second degree (Penal Law, § 120.05, subd 3) and, after a jury trial, convicted of the crime of attempted assault in the second degree. On this appeal, defendant...
Let's get started
Welcome to the leading source of independent legal reporting
Sign on now to see your case.
Or view more than 10 million decisions and orders.
- Updated daily.
- Uncompromising quality.
- Complete, Accurate, Current.