Ordered that the judgment is affirmed.
The defendant failed to preserve for appellate review his contention that the court coerced him into having a jury trial (see, CPL 470.05 [2]). In any event, the defendant's contention is without merit. Before a court can permit a defendant to waive his right to a trial by jury, the court must ensure that the defendant is making a knowing and intelligent decision (see, People v Davidson,
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