Appellate Division, Second Department · November 4, 2026 · 2026 NY Slip Op 06452
People v Harkless
Read the official decision: 2026 NY Slip Op 06452
Holding The court vacated the duration of orders of protection because they exceeded the statutory maximum and the defendant could not practically object due to the court’s failure to announce the duration. The court also waived mandatory surcharges and fees in the interest of justice with the People’s consent.
The court’s words
the defendant had no practical ability to register a timely objection on this ground
2026 NY Slip Op 06452, at the official text
the duration of the orders of protection exceeded the maximum duration as set forth in CPL 530.13(4)
2026 NY Slip Op 06452, at the official text
we waive the surcharges and fees imposed on the defendant at sentencing
2026 NY Slip Op 06452, at the official text
| Court | Appellate Division, Second Department |
|---|---|
| Decided | November 4, 2026 |
| Citation | 2026 NY Slip Op 06452 |
| Area of law | Criminal Procedure |
| Week | Week ending November 7, 2026 |
| Official text | Official decision: 2026 NY Slip Op 06452 |
| Publication status | Slip opinions are uncorrected and subject to revision before publication in the Official Reports. |
| Source feed | New York slip opinion page |
| Law Watch record id | 1747 |
Recommended citation
ESQ HQ, New York Law Watch, People v Harkless, 2026 NY Slip Op 06452 (Appellate Division, Second Department, November 4, 2026), https://esqhq.com/decisions/2026-ny-slip-op-06452/
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