People v. Leonard

OPINION OF THE COURT

Joseph Zayas, J.

*815Following the presentation of the People’s case in this jury trial, defendant moved, pursuant to CPL 290.10 (1) and 360.50, for a trial order of dismissal of the first count of the prosecutor’s information, charging defendant with second degree criminal contempt, a charge based upon defendant’s alleged violation of an order of protection. Defendant’s motion requires the court to determine whether the People sustained their prima facie burden of proving that defendant was aware of the contents of the certified order of protection introduced into evidence,…