People v. Yajure

OPINION OF THE COURT

Memorandum.

The defendant was convicted of disorderly conduct and trespassing, in that he intentionally entered upon property *16owned by the City of Peekskill in an attempt to prevent the demolition of a building.

Contrary to the contention raised by defendant, the court below properly rejected his proifered defense of justification (see, Penal Law § 35.05 [2]; People v Craig, 78 NY2d 616). Viewed from a purely objective standpoint, the alleged harm sought to be avoided by defendant’s actions did not constitute an imminent public or private injury within the meaning of Penal…