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People v. Lister

Defendant appealed a judgment revoking her probation and imposing a term of imprisonment. The County Court revoked probation after finding defendant violated conditions by failing to make restitution payments and unilaterally altering prescribed medication dosages. The appellate court found that defendant's admitted alteration of medication, despite being advised against it, was sufficient to discharge the People's burden of proof. The court also determined that defendant's explanations for her actions were insufficient. The appellate court affirmed the judgment, concluding that the resentence was not unduly harsh given defendant's history of noncompliance.