In satisfaction of a three-count indictment, defendant pleaded guilty to criminal possession of a controlled substance in the third degree and waived his right to appeal, both orally and in writing. In accordance with the terms of the plea agreement, he was sentenced to 3½ years in prison followed by 2½ years of postrelease supervision. Defendant appeals.
Defendant's sole claim is that the sentence is harsh and excessive. Initially, the People concede, and...
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