PEOPLE v. PETERSON


116 A.D.2d 461 (1986)

The People of the State of New York, Respondent, v. Frank Peterson, Appellant

Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, First Department.

January 2, 1986


We affirm in view of the overwhelming proof of the defendant's guilt. He committed rape, robbery and sodomy of two women on different days and at different places. The testimony graphically demonstrated the wantonness of the crimes. The 12½- to 25-year sentences were appropriate.

We must note, however, the inappropriateness of Criminal Term's unwarranted and excessive intrusion into the conduct of the trial. There is...

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