New York Court of Appeals

The People of the State of New York, Respondent v. Ryan P. Brahney, Appellant

March 30, 201729 N.Y.3d 10

Summary

The Court held that the People satisfied their burden of showing that the burglary and intentional murder offenses were committed by separate and distinct acts, thereby permitting consecutive sentences under Penal Law § 70.25(2). The appellate court affirmed the sentencing order.