Defendant was convicted, following bench trial, in the County Court of disturbing the peace and of assault or menacing threats, both in violation of city ordinances.
The District Court, sitting as an intermediate court of appellate review, affirmed the convictions. Defendant appealed.
The Supreme Court held that:
- Defendant’s conviction for making threats in a menacing manner did not violate his right to free speech under the federal and state Constitutions;
- Sufficient evidence existed to support defendant’s conviction for assault or menacing threats; and
- Record provided a sound basis for defendant’s sentences.