The verdict was not against the weight of the evidence. We see no reason to disturb the jury's determinations concerning reliability of identification testimony and credibility of witnesses, including the alibi witness.
We reject defendant's argument that the trial court lacked authority to reinstate the first-degree robbery count that had been dismissed at the request of the prosecutor during jury selection (see, People v Clarke,
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.
