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True Crime · Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York

Sep 30, 2026 · 2024-12226 · Appeal

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Man says his sentence is too harsh. Can he still appeal?

A defendant argues his sentence is excessive after pleading guilty.

TL;DR

  1. 1A man pled guilty and thinks his sentence is too harsh.
  2. 2He when he took the plea deal.
  3. 3Now, he's asking if he can still contest the sentence.

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