N.Y. Penal Law 15.25 – Effect of intoxication upon liability
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§ 15.25 Effect of intoxication upon liability.
Terms Used In N.Y. Penal Law 15.25
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
Intoxication is not, as such, a defense to a criminal charge; but in any prosecution for an offense, evidence of intoxication of the defendant may be offered by the defendant whenever it is relevant to negative an element of the crime charged.