People v. Waters

OPINION OF THE COURT

Steven W. Forrest, J.

This matter is before the court on a motion by the People to reduce the charge of attempted burglary in the third degree (Penal Law §§ 110.00, 140.20), an E felony, to a charge of criminal trespass in the second degree (Penal Law § 140.15), an A misdemeanor. In addition, defense counsel has filed a motion to dismiss the aforesaid charge contained in the felony *422complaint for violation of the defendant’s statutory speedy trial rights (CPL 30.30 [1]).

The People have filed a written response to defendant’s motion, with a supporting affidavit and…