People v. Robinson

Judgment, Supreme Court, New York County (Arlene Silver-man, J.), rendered March 22, 2001, convicting defendant, after a jury trial, of burglary in the second degree, and sentencing him to a term of six years, unanimously affirmed.

Although the court’s participation in examining witnesses was extensive, it was within reasonable bounds and did not deprive defendant of a fair trial. The court did not take on either the function or appearance of an advocate (see People v Arnold, 98 NY2d 63, 67 [2002]; People v Yut Wai Tom, 53 NY2d 44 [1981]).

The court properly exercised its discretion in imposing…