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State of New York v. Keith Williams
Date: 05-05-2022
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Judge: Alex R. Renzi
Court: Supreme Court, Monroe County, New York
Plaintiff's Attorney: <a href="https://www.monroecounty.gov/da" target="_new">Monroe County New York District Attorney's Office</a>
Defendant's Attorney:
Description:
Rochester, New York criminal defense lawyer represented defendant charged with second-degree attempted murder, aggravated assault upon a police officer and first-degree assault.
Keith Williams, age 30, was assaulting and stabbing a Rochester police officer in 2019.
The Defense argued that Defendant is mentally ill.
"When Officer Dennison Wright responded to the call on October 4, 2019, he had no idea his life was about to completely change at the hands of Keith Williams and his irreprehensible actions,†Monroe County District Attorney Sandra Doorley said in a statement. "It is inspiring that after all that has happened, Officer Wright is still committed to serving his community in any way that he is able. A special thank you to the two civilians who risked their safety to help Officer Wright continue to detain Mr. Williams until the Rochester Police Department arrived. Although Officer Wright will never regain his vision, it is our hope that this conviction brings him a sense of justice.â€
Keith Williams, age 30, was assaulting and stabbing a Rochester police officer in 2019.
The Defense argued that Defendant is mentally ill.
"When Officer Dennison Wright responded to the call on October 4, 2019, he had no idea his life was about to completely change at the hands of Keith Williams and his irreprehensible actions,†Monroe County District Attorney Sandra Doorley said in a statement. "It is inspiring that after all that has happened, Officer Wright is still committed to serving his community in any way that he is able. A special thank you to the two civilians who risked their safety to help Officer Wright continue to detain Mr. Williams until the Rochester Police Department arrived. Although Officer Wright will never regain his vision, it is our hope that this conviction brings him a sense of justice.â€
Outcome:
Defendant was found guilty. He faces a maximum of 40 years to life in prison.
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About This Case
What was the outcome of State of New York v. Keith Williams?
The outcome was: Defendant was found guilty. He faces a maximum of 40 years to life in prison.
Which court heard State of New York v. Keith Williams?
This case was heard in Supreme Court, Monroe County, New York, NY. The presiding judge was Alex R. Renzi.
Who were the attorneys in State of New York v. Keith Williams?
Plaintiff's attorney: Monroe County New York District Attorney's Office.
When was State of New York v. Keith Williams decided?
This case was decided on May 5, 2022.