People v. Colon

Summary

The Appellate Division, Second Department affirmed Ricky Colon’s sentence following his guilty plea. The court held that Colon knowingly, voluntarily, and intelligently waived his right to appeal, precluding review of his claim that the sentence was excessive.

Holdings

1. The record demonstrated that defendant knowingly, voluntarily, and intelligently waived his right to appeal.
2. A valid waiver of the right to appeal precludes appellate review of defendant's contention that the sentence imposed was excessive.

Questions Presented

1. Whether defendant's waiver of his right to appeal was knowing, voluntary, and intelligent.
2. Whether the waiver of appellate rights precluded review of defendant's claim that his sentence was excessive.

Disposition

affirmed