Compiler’s Note: After 6 amazing years with the Law Library, I am leaving to pursue other opportunities. Working here and compiling this weekly roundup has been an absolute joy and I know my successor will find these cases just as interesting, fascinating and bewildering as I have. Until then, the First District Roundup will take …
In re: R.B. Case # C210119Quote from Judge Winkler’s Opinion:R.B. appeals his adjudication of delinquency for engaging in conduct that would constitute the offense of obstructing official business, a second-degree misdemeanor if committed by an adult. Because the state failed to demonstrate that R.B. actually hampered or impeded the performance of a public official’s duty, an …
State of Ohio v. Desmond Austin Case # C210141Quote from Judge Bergeron’s Opinion:After spending the night with one woman, defendant-appellant Desmond Austin returned the next day to the home he shared with a different woman. Perhaps not surprisingly, tempers flared and a fight ensued. The altercation ended with the victim seeking medical treatment and Mr. Austin …
By Jonathan Dameron, Esq. I’ve been called as a witness in a case. What can I expect? You should arrive at the Courthouse thirty minutes early. Be sure to allow sufficient time to pass through security and find the assigned courtroom. You will be asked to pass through a metal detector and should dress professionally. …
By Jonathan Dameron, Esq. How does cash bail work? Cash bail is the amount of money an individual must pay to be released from jail. It is assurance that the defendant will abide by specific conditions and return to court when required. A judge will determine the amount of bail set and is restricted from …
State of Ohio v. Rico Mosley Case # C200448Quote from Judge Bergeron’s Opinion:A minor traffic stop yielded drug evidence, which eventually led to a conviction. But when questioned by the driver, the detaining officer could not even describe the traffic violation that prompted the stop. After the driver’s indictment for drug possession, he moved to suppress …
State of Ohio v. Jade Woodson Case # C200363 Quote from Judge Bock’s Opinion:Defendant-appellant Jade Woodson appeals her criminal-damaging and assault convictions, asserting that the trial court erred by holding a bench trial when Woodson had made a jury demand and never waived that right. Woodson further asserts that the trial court did not have sufficient evidence …
By Attorney James Bogen These tips are general considerations and are not specifically tailored to any particular situation. Following these tips does not guarantee that you will not be arrested for DUI or any other offenses, and it does not guarantee that you will not be convicted of DUI or any other offenses. If you …
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Lori A. McKenna v. Peter J. McKenna Case # C210115Quote from Judge Winkler’s Opinion:Plaintiff-appellant Lori McKenna (“Wife”) appeals the judgment of the trial court granting a motion to reduce spousal support filed by defendant-appellee Peter McKenna (“Husband”). Because we determine that the trial court’s modification of Husband’s spousal-support obligation was not an abuse of discretion, we …
