Man accused of possessing 31 vials of cocaine pleads guilty to ‘attempted possession’ charge
NORWICH – A Norwich man initially charged with two counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance in the third degree, criminal possession of a weapon and two counts of criminal possession in the seventh degree, will serve four years in prison after admitting guilt to the charge of attempted criminal possession.
Wednesday, in Chenango County Court, one individual appeared in front of Judge Frank B. Revoir Jr., for the matter of an agreed upon disposition and sentencing for a narcotics arrest that occurred in late June of 2016.
First Assistant District Attorney Michael D. Ferrarese represented the people, while the defendant was represented by Michael E. Trosset based out of Fly Creek.
Antonio N. Totten, of Norwich, stood before the court to enter into a plea of guilty to the crime of attempted criminal possession of a controlled substance in the third degree, a class C felony. Once the agreed upon disposition from both parties was placed on the record, Revoir then advised Totten of his constitutional rights and to the terms of his sentencing.
“For the charge of attempted criminal possession of a controlled substance, it alleges that on or about June 24, 2016, at approximately 1:40 p.m., at the (an area hotel), in the Town of Norwich, you sir, did knowingly and unlawfully possess 31 vials of the narcotic drug cocaine with the intent to sell it, how do you plead?” asked Revoir.
“Guilty,” answered Totten.
Once the guilty plea was noted and placed on the record, Revoir then advised Totten that he will face up to four years in a state penitentiary with a one and half years of post-release supervision.
During the time of Totten’s initial arrest, several contraband items were said to have been seized such as cash, cellphones and various weapons that were found on site. However, the District Attorney’s Office, and Trosset agreed that in the amount of $1,794 dollars of US currency would be forfeited.
Revoir then read predicate felony statement which alleged that Totten was found guilty to the charge of attempted rape, with a felony level offense in 2004.
When asked if the people wish to be heard, Ferrarese answered, “Just briefly, your Honor, standing here today before the court is a man convicted of a class C felony who tried to sell a narcotic drug. Mr. Totten, once you’re released you need to live a law abiding life because you have very few options. I will tell you sir that if you come into this community again and try to sell drugs, you’ll end up back in state prison.”
Trosset did speak on behalf of his client. “I want to thank Mr. Totten for instilling his trust in me to represent him and he truly is a stand up guy. I have a lot of respect for him now then when I did first meeting him because of the person he has shown me to be.”
“Alright, well, while this is an agreed upon disposition, I have nothing further to add other then all fines, fees, surcharges and the submission of DNA is not required. You’ve already executed your waiver of appeal and I want to advise you that you were given an opportunity and this is it. Good luck, sir, and be appreciative of your attorney” stated Revoir.
Wednesday, in Chenango County Court, one individual appeared in front of Judge Frank B. Revoir Jr., for the matter of an agreed upon disposition and sentencing for a narcotics arrest that occurred in late June of 2016.
First Assistant District Attorney Michael D. Ferrarese represented the people, while the defendant was represented by Michael E. Trosset based out of Fly Creek.
Antonio N. Totten, of Norwich, stood before the court to enter into a plea of guilty to the crime of attempted criminal possession of a controlled substance in the third degree, a class C felony. Once the agreed upon disposition from both parties was placed on the record, Revoir then advised Totten of his constitutional rights and to the terms of his sentencing.
“For the charge of attempted criminal possession of a controlled substance, it alleges that on or about June 24, 2016, at approximately 1:40 p.m., at the (an area hotel), in the Town of Norwich, you sir, did knowingly and unlawfully possess 31 vials of the narcotic drug cocaine with the intent to sell it, how do you plead?” asked Revoir.
“Guilty,” answered Totten.
Once the guilty plea was noted and placed on the record, Revoir then advised Totten that he will face up to four years in a state penitentiary with a one and half years of post-release supervision.
During the time of Totten’s initial arrest, several contraband items were said to have been seized such as cash, cellphones and various weapons that were found on site. However, the District Attorney’s Office, and Trosset agreed that in the amount of $1,794 dollars of US currency would be forfeited.
Revoir then read predicate felony statement which alleged that Totten was found guilty to the charge of attempted rape, with a felony level offense in 2004.
When asked if the people wish to be heard, Ferrarese answered, “Just briefly, your Honor, standing here today before the court is a man convicted of a class C felony who tried to sell a narcotic drug. Mr. Totten, once you’re released you need to live a law abiding life because you have very few options. I will tell you sir that if you come into this community again and try to sell drugs, you’ll end up back in state prison.”
Trosset did speak on behalf of his client. “I want to thank Mr. Totten for instilling his trust in me to represent him and he truly is a stand up guy. I have a lot of respect for him now then when I did first meeting him because of the person he has shown me to be.”
“Alright, well, while this is an agreed upon disposition, I have nothing further to add other then all fines, fees, surcharges and the submission of DNA is not required. You’ve already executed your waiver of appeal and I want to advise you that you were given an opportunity and this is it. Good luck, sir, and be appreciative of your attorney” stated Revoir.
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