New York Court of Appeals

People v. Vargas

June 13, 202442 N.Y.3d 983

Summary

The Court of Appeals held that the admission of out‑of‑court statements, including the victim’s daughter’s description, did not constitute reversible constitutional error because the error was harmless given the overwhelming evidence of intent. Accordingly, it reversed the Appellate Division’s order granting a new trial and remanded the case for further proceedings.