People v. Rosenberg

In a trial to the court, Albert J. Rosenberg and John R. Burke were convicted of criminal extortion, section 18-3-207, C.R.S. 1973 (1976 Supp.), and conspiracy to commit criminal extortion, section 18-2-201, C.R.S. 1973 (1976 Supp.), and seek reversal and dismissal on appeal. We affirm.

Rosenberg was known by the nickname of “Casey” and operated a Denver bar and restaurant known as Casey’s Palace. Burke was a bartender at Casey’s Palace. Dean Vanek participated in a blackjack game at Casey’s Palace and issued a series of checks to cover his losses. The charges against Rosenberg and Burke were…