The Library is grateful to the King family for the generous donation of 8 copies of “And Then They Came”: the Contributions of African American Lawyers in Monroe County, NY, 1864-2007 by the late Judge Roy Wheatley King, from Dr. Rashid Muhammad, son of Judge King and Director of Community Partnerships, Volunteer Legal Services Project of Monroe County. Comprising over 100 biographical sketches, the book is a most welcome addition to our collection - invaluable both as reference and as chronicle of the achievements of African Americans in law in our area.
The Honorable Roy Wheatley King was born in Cat Island, Bahamas on July 15, 1936. He served 2 years in the U.S. Army, going on to earn degrees from Drake University, Des Moines, IA and Syracuse University Law School.
Judge King practiced law in Rochester, NY for over 30 years and was the first African American to work in the City of Rochester Law Department. He was appointed City Court judge by former mayor Bill Johnson in 1996, serving 10 years.
Forty years after completing law school, the ever-energetic Judge earned a master’s degree in theological studies from Roberts Wesleyan College, Rochester, NY. In addition to the pastoral duties he assumed thereafter, he continued active as adjunct faculty at various institutions and a member of many community organizations.
Judge King passed away on January 5, 2018 in Rochester, NY.
► Juvenile delinquency: discussion of the “Raise the Age” law, affecting charges against those who are 16 to 18 years old.
► DWI: Video of chemical breath test and statements made to police, including initial refusal, not administered within two hours, were inadmissible.
► Changes to statutes affecting a defendant’s appearance in court and bail.
► New discovery statute effective in 2020.
► New speedy trial statute effective in 2020.
► Standard for ineffective assistance on appeal.
► Failing to apply for expert services, on the belief that these were unavailable, may constitute ineffective assistance.
► Admissibility of statements to internal affairs.
► Authority of defendant vs. defense counsel in making decisions: The Supreme Court has held that a defendant has the right to choose the objective of his defense, and may make counsel refrain from admitting guilt.
► Barring Internet and legal pornography: a prohibition of a parolee’s access to Internet and to viewing legal adult pornography has been found improper.
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GALA In celebration of 25 years of Rochester Black Bar Association Service and Dedication in the Rochester Community With Keynote Address Given by New York Attorney General Letitia James |
| Date: | Friday, November 1st, 2019 |
| Time: |
Cocktail hour starting at 6 p.m. Dinner served at 7 p.m. |
| Location: |
Arbor Loft 17 Pitkin Street Rochester, New York 14607 |
| Tickets: | Available through Eventbrite |
| More info: | Please contact rbbalaw@gmail.com |
