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340.50 – 340.50 | New York Law

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340.50 – 340.50

New York Criminal Procedure § 340.50

Statute Summary

NY CPL § 340.50 - Defendant's presence at trial 1. Except as provided in subdivision two or three, a defendant must be personally present during the trial. 2. On motion of a defendant represented by counsel, the court may, in the absence of an objection by the people, issue an order dispensing with the requirement that the defendant be personally present at trial. Such an order may be made only upon the filing of a written and subscribed statement by the defendant de

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In simple terms: Learn about New York's 340.50 law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.