People v. Jackson

Summary

The New York Appellate Division, Second Department affirmed Lawrence Jackson's sentence following his guilty plea. The court held that his knowing, voluntary, and intelligent waiver of the right to appeal precluded review of his claim that the sentence was excessive.

Holdings

1. A valid waiver of the right to appeal precludes appellate review of the defendant's contention that the sentence imposed was excessive.

Questions Presented

1. Whether the defendant's waiver of the right to appeal barred appellate review of his claim that the sentence was excessive.

Disposition

affirmed