The People v. Jesus Cano
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================================================================= This memorandum is uncorrected and subject to revision before publication in the New York Reports. ----------------------------------------------------------------No. 145 SSM 14 The People &c., Respondent, v. Jesus Cano, Appellant. Submitted by Kathleen V. Wells, for appellant. Submitted by Andrew R. Kass, for respondent. MEMORANDUM: The order of the Appellate Division should be affirmed. The defendant came "dangerously near" the commission of crimes when he arrived at the location of what he thought would be a sexual rendevous with an underage boy. The proof of defendant's intent and extensive preparation followed by his - 1 - - 2 - SSM No. 14 travel to the intended crime scene showed that he was close to achieving his illegal goal and justified his convictions for attempt (People v Naradzay, 11 NY3d 460 [2008]). The appellant s other contentions lack merit. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * On review of submissions pursuant to section 500.11 of the Rules, order affirmed, in a memorandum. Chief Judge Lippman and Judges Ciparick, Graffeo, Read, Smith, Pigott and Jones concur. Decided June 11, 2009 - 2 -
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