People v Robinson

Holding The imposition of consecutive sentences for manslaughter and criminal possession of a weapon was legal because the defendant possessed the firearm before forming the intent to commit the violent crime. Although the defendant’s waiver of the right to appeal was invalid, the sentence was affirmed as not unduly harsh or severe.

The court’s words

the imposition of consecutive sentences was not illegal

2026 NY Slip Op 04654, at the official text

defendant possessed the firearm before the altercation that led to the shooting

2026 NY Slip Op 04654, at the official text

defendant's waiver of the right to appeal is invalid

2026 NY Slip Op 04654, at the official text

We nevertheless conclude that the sentence is not unduly harsh or severe

2026 NY Slip Op 04654, at the official text