People v. Doe

OPINION OF THE COURT

Megan Tallmer, J.

This opinion elaborates upon an oral decision granting defendant’s motion to vacate her convictions pursuant to CPL 440.10 (1) (i) and (6). On July 11, 2011, defense counsel submitted a motion to vacate three of defendant’s prior convictions. Although one of the convictions was before another judge, this court agreed to hear all three motions in the interest of judicial economy.

Upon reviewing defendant’s moving papers, the court determined that defendant’s application appeared to have merit.2 With the consent of defense counsel, the court contacted the…