Ordered that the judgment is affirmed.
The defendant contends that the conviction must be reversed and a new trial ordered because his right to a fair trial was violated by the extensive and inappropriate introduction of evidence relating to his involvement in uncharged crimes. Essentially, these included a series of threats and violent acts indicating a pattern of extortion.
Raphael Pena, the principal defense witness, owned two grocery stores on Fulton Street...
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.