People v. Gipson

Judgment unanimously affirmed. Memorandum: The sentencing court properly adjudicated defendant a second felony offender. Contrary to defendant’s claim, his prior felony conviction was not obtained in violation of his constitutional rights (see, CPL 400.21 [7] [b]; People v Harris, 61 NY2d 9). Moreover, defendant’s claim that he was denied the effective assistance of counsel with respect to his prior felony conviction is lacking in merit. Defendant has proffered no facts in support of this claim. Our review of the record reveals that defendant’s attorney provided meaningful representation…