Overview
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Draft for you to change or replace: A violent felony charge carries a mandatory prison term on conviction, even for a first offense. These cases are won or lost on the facts: what the forensic evidence actually shows, what witnesses could really see, whether a statement was lawfully obtained, and whether the use of force was justified. Thomas Plan investigates every case with investigators and experts and prepares it for trial.
Offenses and penalties
| Section | Offense | Class | First conviction |
|---|---|---|---|
| 125.27 | Murder, 1st degree | A-I | Life without parole, or a minimum of 20–25 years to life |
| 125.25 | Murder, 2nd degree | A-I | Minimum of 15–25 years to life |
| 125.20 | Manslaughter, 1st degree | B violent | 5 to 25 years |
| 125.15 | Manslaughter, 2nd degree | C | Up to 15 years |
| 125.10 | Criminally negligent homicide | E | Up to 4 years, or alternatives |
| 120.10 | Assault, 1st degree | B violent | 5 to 25 years |
| 120.05 | Assault, 2nd degree | D violent | 2 to 7 years |
| 120.00 | Assault, 3rd degree | A misdemeanor | Up to 364 days |
| 160.15 | Robbery, 1st degree | B violent | 5 to 25 years |
| 160.10 | Robbery, 2nd degree | C violent | 3½ to 15 years |
| 160.05 | Robbery, 3rd degree | D | Up to 7 years |
| 140.30 | Burglary, 1st degree | B violent | 5 to 25 years |
| 140.25 | Burglary, 2nd degree | C violent | 3½ to 15 years |
| 140.20 | Burglary, 3rd degree | D | Up to 7 years |
Violent felony sentences are followed by post-release supervision. Sources: Penal Law Articles 120, 125, 140, 160; §§ 70.00, 70.02.
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