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p. 826The People of the State of New York, Respondent, v Christian Pizarro, Appellant. [748 NYS2d 59]
Contrary to the defendant’s contention, the People adduced legally sufficient evidence to disprove his justification defense beyond a reasonable doubt (see Penal Law § 35.15 [2] [a]; People v Contes, 60 NY2d 620 ). Moreover, the verdict of guilt was not against the weight of the evidence (see CPL 470.15 [5]).
The sentence imposed was not excessive (see People v Suitte, 90 AD2d 80 ).
The defendant’s remaining contention is without merit. Ritter, J.P., Krausman, McGinity and Luciano, JJ., concur.
Cases cited
- People v. Contes 60 NY2d 620 p. 826
- People v. Suitte 90 AD2d 80 p. 826