David Singleton was accused of robbery and burglary in the first degree.
At his trial, witnesses from India testified in their native tongue and interpreters were utilized.
When the Monroe County Court found Singleton guilty on both counts, he argued to the Appellate Division, Fourth Department, a witness's testimony should have been considered due to errors in the interpreter's translation.
Since Singleton was unable to show the translation errors were prejudicial, the AD4 refused to grant relief in his favor.
Was he misunderstood?
To download a copy of the Appellate Division's decision, please use this link: People v. Singleton