PEOPLE v. WASHINGTON


170 A.D.2d 349 (1991)

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

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

February 21, 1991


According to the People's witnesses, defendant, on September 15, 1987, pretending to be a police officer, beckoned the complainant away from his friend, Mayhue, pointed a gun at the complainant, and stole his jewelry and wallet. At trial, defendant testified that he merely displayed a badge during a "scam" in which he obtained drugs from dealers by feigning to be a police officer.

Defense counsel cross-examined the complainant regarding his arrest on November 7th...

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