The laws defining crimes and procedures in New York are complicated…
Each Friday, we will post a #fridayfacts…
This week’s #fridayfacts: repeat felony offenders.
Upon a felony conviction, sentencing can include prison, jail, probation, or conditional discharge (see PL Articles 65 and 70).
But under PL § 70.06, if you’re convicted of a second felony within 10 years, you must be sentenced to state prison—with very limited exceptions. Other options are off the table.