The opinion of the court was delivered by COLEMAN, J.H., P.J.A.D.
In a jury trial, defendant was convicted of aggravated sexual assault, contrary to N.J.S.A. 2C:14-2a and possession of a knife for unlawful purposes, contrary to N.J.S.A. 2C:39-4d. After merging the possessory offense with the aggravated sexual assault, defendant was sentenced to a custodial term of 20 years with 10 years of parole ineligibility. Defendant has appealed, contending:
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