Whether an evidentiary hearing is necessary to determine a motion to withdraw a plea is a matter left to the discretion of the Judge hearing the motion, and only in rare instances will a defendant be entitled to such a hearing (People v Richards,
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.