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People v Lopez 2026 NY Slip Op 05414 September 23, 2026 Appellate Division, Second Department Published by New York State Law Reporting Bureau pursuant to Judiciary Law § 431. This decision is uncorrected and subject to revision before publication in the Official Reports. The People of the State of New York, respondent, v Ricardo L. Lopez, appellant. Supreme Court of the State of New York, Appellate Division, Second Judicial Department Decided on September 23, 2026 2024-02034, (Ind. No. 72526/23)