New York Court of Appeals

The People of the State of New York, Respondent v. Enrique Rojas, Appellant

October 25, 200197 N.Y.2d 32

Summary

The Court affirmed the conviction, holding that the trial court properly admitted evidence of the defendant's prior alleged assault because the defense opened the door through its opening statement and cross‑examination. The dissent argued that no door was opened and that the admission was error.