Jonathan Turley: Judge instructs first count of falsifying business records

Merchan has instructed that the first count of falsifying business records in the first degree must show that Trump made or causes a false entry to be made. Intent means conscious or purpose to defraud. Intent does not require an intent to defraud any particular person or entry but a general intent to defraud.

Merchan said that the crime being committed was the NY election law by “unlawful means.” However, that “unlawful means” is shown when there is a showing of intent to cause actions or the performance of conduct.