People v. English

— Judgment unanimously affirmed. Memorandum: Defendant was properly tried in absentia. The court informed defendant of the trial date and stated: "It is necessary for you to be present at your trial. If you are not present your trial may proceed in your absence and you may be convicted in your absence.” That statement complied with the requirement enunciated in People v Parker (57 NY2d 136, 141) that, in order to effect a knowing and intelligent waiver, the defendant must be informed of "the consequences of failing to appear for trial.” Although the Court of Appeals in People v Parker (supra,…