Rondos v. Ledbetter

OPINION OF THE COURT

Frank J. LaBuda, J.

Petitioner filed an order to show cause seeking CPLR article 78 review of respondents’ denial of his participation in a temporary release program, also known as work release.* Respondents have submitted an answer and return. Petitioner filed a reply.

In November 2009, petitioner was convicted by guilty plea to numerous counts of grand larceny, offering a false instrument, and scheme to defraud. Petitioner, an attorney, stole client funds held in his escrow account; he served as a court-appointed guardian to the majority of his victims, most of whom were…