A New York Waiver of Rule 32.1 Hearing is an alternative to a contested hearing and is available to certain individuals in New York State who are accused of a crime. It allows the accused to waive their right to a hearing and enter a plea of guilty or no contest without appearing in court. The Waiver of Rule 32.1 Hearing is often used in cases involving misdemeanors or violations. Different types of New York Waiver of Rule 32.1 Hearing include: • Plea by Mail: This allows the accused to submit a plea of guilty or no contest by mail without appearing in court. • Plea by Audio: This allows the accused to submit a plea of guilty or no contest via audio without appearing in court. • In Person: This allows the accused to submit a plea of guilty or no contest in person at the courthouse.