New York Court of Appeals
The People of the State of New York, Respondent v. William Middlebrooks, Appellant; the People of the State of New…
June 11, 201525 N.Y.3d 516
Summary
The Court held that when a youth convicted of an armed felony (or enumerated sex offense) is otherwise eligible for youthful‑offender status, the sentencing court must make a record determination of the CPL 720.10(3) factors even if the defendant does not request or waives such treatment, and it reversed and remanded the Appellate Division orders for both defendants.