People v Thomas

Holding The court affirmed the conviction, finding that the trial court did not abuse its discretion in denying an adjournment and that defense counsel provided meaningful representation. The court further determined that the evidence of intent to sell was legally sufficient and supported by the weight of the evidence.

The court’s words

The granting of an adjournment for any purpose is a matter resting within the sound discretion of the trial court

2026 NY Slip Op 05879, at the official text

The core of the inquiry is whether defendant received 'meaningful representation'

2026 NY Slip Op 05879, at the official text

The jury was entitled to infer defendant's intent to sell the drugs based on the quantity of cocaine and fentanyl

2026 NY Slip Op 05879, at the official text

The mere fact that a sentence imposed after trial is greater than that offered in connection with plea negotiations is not proof that defendant was punished for asserting his right to trial

2026 NY Slip Op 05879, at the official text