In New York, criminal cases are typically assigned to judges through a process known as "random assignment." This means that cases are randomly assigned to judges, rather than being specifically chosen for a certain judge based on the nature of the case or other factors. This is done to ensure fairness and impartiality in the judicial system. However, there may be certain situations where a case is assigned to a specific judge, such as when it is related to a case that the judge has already presided over. Overall, the goal is to distribute cases fairly among all judges in order to prevent bias and ensure equal treatment for all parties involved.
