1,104 Ohio opinions name it 12 courts 1942–2026 208 in the last five years
The cases below were cited by Ohio courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.
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State v. Thompkinsred2 sentences2023Under the third assignment of error, he similarly maintains that the jury’s failure to find that he had acted in self-defense was against the weight of the evidence. 16 Case No. 2023-L-021 {¶52} Criminal Rule 29(A) provides that “[t]he court * * * shall order the entry of a judgment of acquittal of one or more offenses charged * * * if the evidence is insufficient to sustain a conviction of such offense or offenses.” In reviewing the sufficiency of the evidence, “[t]he relevant inquiry is whether, after viewing the evidence in a light most favorable to the prosecution, any rational trier of fa 2023Under the third assignment of error, he similarly maintains that the jury’s failure to find that he had acted in self-defense was against the weight of the evidence. 16 Case No. 2023-L-021 {¶52} Criminal Rule 29(A) provides that “[t]he court * * * shall order the entry of a judgment of acquittal of one or more offenses charged * * * if the evidence is insufficient to sustain a conviction of such offense or offenses.” In reviewing the sufficiency of the evidence, “[t]he relevant inquiry is whether, after viewing the evidence in a light most favorable to the prosecution, any rational trier of fa | 11 | 83 |
Strickland v. Washingtongreen2 sentences2025For the foregoing reasons, the third assignment of error is overruled. {¶ 28} Brown’s fourth assignment of error states: BROWN WAS DENIED EFFECTIVE ASSISTANCE OF COUNSEL. {¶ 29} Brown alleges ineffective assistance of counsel based on his attorney’s failure to (1) subpoena records from a Roadway Inn and a Budget Inn, (2) subpoena D.K.’s phone records, (3) subpoena records of D.K.’s boyfriend’s jailhouse phone calls, and (4) request a continuance or a mistrial. -11- {¶ 30} We review ineffective-assistance claims under the two-prong analysis set forth in Strickland v. Washington, 466 U.S. 668 (1 2023See State v. Chapman, 163 Ohio St.3d 290 , 2020-Ohio-6730 , 170 N.E.3d 6 (applying a “reasonableness” test, rather than strict scrutiny, to evaluate a defendant’s constitutional challenge to a community- control condition that impinged on a fundamental right). {¶ 52} Based on the reasoning set forth above, the third assignment of error is sustained in part and overruled in part. {¶ 53} Allen’s final assignment of error states: Allen received ineffective assistance of counsel. {¶ 54} Under his fourth assignment of error, Allen asserts ineffective assistance of trial counsel based on his attorne | 9 | 76 |
State v. Martingreen2 sentences2021This is not “the exceptional case in which the evidence weighs heavily against the 13 OHIO FIRST DISTRICT COURT OF APPEALS conviction.” See Thompkins at 387 , quoting State v. Martin, 20 Ohio App.3d 172, 175 , 485 N.E.2d 717 (1st Dist.1983). {¶46} We overrule the third assignment of error, and we affirm the judgments of the trial court in the cases numbered C-200299 and C-200300. 2021This is not “the exceptional case in which the evidence weighs heavily against the 13 OHIO FIRST DISTRICT COURT OF APPEALS conviction.” See Thompkins at 387 , quoting State v. Martin, 20 Ohio App.3d 172, 175 , 485 N.E.2d 717 (1st Dist.1983). {¶46} We overrule the third assignment of error, and we affirm the judgments of the trial court in the cases numbered C-200299 and C-200300. | 6 | 40 |
State v. Bradleygreen2 sentences2025For the foregoing reasons, the third assignment of error is overruled. {¶ 28} Brown’s fourth assignment of error states: BROWN WAS DENIED EFFECTIVE ASSISTANCE OF COUNSEL. {¶ 29} Brown alleges ineffective assistance of counsel based on his attorney’s failure to (1) subpoena records from a Roadway Inn and a Budget Inn, (2) subpoena D.K.’s phone records, (3) subpoena records of D.K.’s boyfriend’s jailhouse phone calls, and (4) request a continuance or a mistrial. -11- {¶ 30} We review ineffective-assistance claims under the two-prong analysis set forth in Strickland v. Washington, 466 U.S. 668 (1 2023See State v. Chapman, 163 Ohio St.3d 290 , 2020-Ohio-6730 , 170 N.E.3d 6 (applying a “reasonableness” test, rather than strict scrutiny, to evaluate a defendant’s constitutional challenge to a community- control condition that impinged on a fundamental right). {¶ 52} Based on the reasoning set forth above, the third assignment of error is sustained in part and overruled in part. {¶ 53} Allen’s final assignment of error states: Allen received ineffective assistance of counsel. {¶ 54} Under his fourth assignment of error, Allen asserts ineffective assistance of trial counsel based on his attorne | 4 | 23 |
Seasons Coal Co. v. City of Clevelandgreen2 sentences1999As discussed in the third assignment of error, the findings of the trial court are given deference because "the trial judge is best able to view the witnesses and observe their demeanor, gestures and voice inflections, and use these observations in weighing the credibility of the proffered testimony." Seasons Coal, 10 Ohio St.3d at 80 . 1999As discussed in the third assignment of error, the findings of the trial court are given deference because "the trial judge is best able to view the witnesses and observe their demeanor, gestures and voice inflections, and use these observations in weighing the credibility of the proffered testimony." Seasons Coal, 10 Ohio St.3d at 80 . | 3 | 6 |
State v. Jenksred2 sentences2024Sufficiency and Manifest Weight {¶ 25} The third assignment of error is as follows: THE DEFENDANT’S TWO (2) DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CONVICTIONS; FELONIOUS ASSAULT CONVICTION; TAMPERING WITH EVIDENCE CONVICTION AND WEAPONS UNDER DISABILITY ARE BASED ON INSUFFICIENT EVIDENCE AND ARE AGAIST [SIC] THE MANIFEST WEIGHT OF THE EVIDENCE AND THUS SHOULD BE -10- REVERSED. {¶ 26} Under this assignment of error, Wells challenges all his convictions as being unsupported by the evidence, except for trespass into a habitation. {¶ 27} “An appellate court's function when reviewing the sufficiency of the evidence to 2023Under the third assignment of error, he similarly maintains that the jury’s failure to find that he had acted in self-defense was against the weight of the evidence. 16 Case No. 2023-L-021 {¶52} Criminal Rule 29(A) provides that “[t]he court * * * shall order the entry of a judgment of acquittal of one or more offenses charged * * * if the evidence is insufficient to sustain a conviction of such offense or offenses.” In reviewing the sufficiency of the evidence, “[t]he relevant inquiry is whether, after viewing the evidence in a light most favorable to the prosecution, any rational trier of fa | 2 | 19 |
Blakemore v. Blakemoregreen2 sentences2025Blakemore, 5 Ohio St.3d at 219 . -18- Case No. 14-23-45 Analysis {¶52} We have already determined that the trial court did not abuse its discretion by admitting the amended operating agreement for Troon Management (as discussed in the fifth assignment of error) and the April 30, 2020 letter (as addressed in the third assignment of error). 2024Blakemore v. Blakemore, 5 Ohio St.3d 217, 219 (1983). {¶33} However, beyond noting that standard of review with regard to the third assignment of error, Edwards’ merit brief contains no analysis of his claim of error concerning State’s Exhibits 35 and 36, and Edwards cites no legal authority in support of his claim. {¶34} It is the duty of the appellant to demonstrate assigned error through an argument supported by citations to legal authority and facts in the record. | 2 | 8 |
Village of Grafton v. Ohio Edison Co.green2 sentences2026Ohio appellate courts “review summary judgment rulings de novo, applying the same standard as the trial court.” Montgomery v. ExchangeBase, LLC, 2024-Ohio-2585, ¶ 47 (8th Dist.), citing Grafton v. Ohio Edison Co., 77 Ohio St.3d 102, 105 (1996). 2020No. 08AP-773, 2009-Ohio-1381, ¶ 10 , citing Grafton v. Ohio Edison Co., 77 Ohio St.3d 102, 105 (1996). | 2 | 6 |
State v. Ottengreen2 sentences2021See Otten, 33 Ohio App.3d at 340 . {¶47} The third assignment of error is overruled. 2014See Otten, 33 Ohio App.3d at 340 . {¶27} The third assignment of error is overruled. | 2 | 5 |
| State v. Gideon (Slip Opinion)green | 2 | 3 |
| State v. Tench (Slip Opinion)green | 2 | 3 |
| State v. Barnesgreen | 2 | 3 |
State v. Thompkinsgreen2 sentences2018In the third assignment of error, Lester argues that his convictions for tampering with evidence (Count 10), carrying a concealed weapon (Count 12), having a weapon while under disability (Count 13), and improperly handling a firearm in a motor vehicle (Count 14) are against the manifest weight of the evidence. {¶20} In contrast to sufficiency, “weight of the evidence involves the inclination of the greater amount of credible evidence.” State v. Thompkins, 78 Ohio St.3d 380, 386 , 1997-Ohio-52 , 678 N.E.2d 541 . 2011State v. Thompkins, 78 Ohio St.3d 380, 387 , 1997-Ohio-52 , superseded by constitutional amendment on other grounds as 7 Although this contention is based in policy, and has nothing to do with the manifest weight of the evidence, we will discuss it under the third assignment of error, but apart from Crystal’s contention that Stechschulte’s testimony concerning the roller marks caused the trier of fact to lose its way. -22- Case No. 1-10-48 stated by State v. Smith, 80 Ohio St.3d 89 , 1997-Ohio-335 , quoting State v. Martin (1983), 20 Ohio App.3d 172, 175 . | 1 | 29 |
Blakely v. Washingtongreen2 sentences2008Therefore, the third assignment of error is overruled. {¶ 20} Finally, Crager claims that his sentence violates the U.S. Supreme Court's holding in Blakely v. Washington (2004), 542 U.S. 296 , 124 S.Ct. 2531 , 159 L.Ed.2d 403 . 2008Therefore, the third assignment of error is overruled. {¶ 20} Finally, Crager claims that his sentence violates the U.S. Supreme Court's holding in Blakely v. Washington (2004), 542 U.S. 296 , 124 S.Ct. 2531 , 159 L.Ed.2d 403 . | 1 | 16 |
State v. Dehassgreen2 sentences2024State v. DeHass, 10 Ohio St.2d 230 , 227 N.E.2d 212 (1967), paragraph one of the syllabus. {¶ 33} Based on the record before us, we cannot conclude that the trial court’s decision to believe Skeens’ version of events over Gambill’s version was against the manifest weight of the evidence or that the trial court clearly lost its way and created such a manifest miscarriage of justice that the judgment must be reversed and a new trial ordered. {¶ 34} The third assignment of error is overruled. 2024State v. DeHass, 10 Ohio St.2d 230 , 227 N.E.2d 212 (1967), paragraph one of the syllabus. {¶ 33} Based on the record before us, we cannot conclude that the trial court’s decision to believe Skeens’ version of events over Gambill’s version was against the manifest weight of the evidence or that the trial court clearly lost its way and created such a manifest miscarriage of justice that the judgment must be reversed and a new trial ordered. {¶ 34} The third assignment of error is overruled. | 1 | 7 |
Tibbs v. Floridagreen2 sentences2012Manifest Weight {¶28} In the third assignment of error, Carner argues his conviction for felonious assault on a police officer is against the manifest weight of the evidence. {¶29} With regard to a manifest weight challenge, the reviewing court asks whose evidence is more persuasive — the state’s or the defendant’s? * * * “When a court of appeals reverses a judgment of a trial court on the basis that the verdict is against the weight of the evidence, the appellate court sits as a ‘thirteenth juror’ and disagrees with the factfinder’s resolution of the conflicting testimony. [State v. Thompkins 2012Manifest Weight {¶28} In the third assignment of error, Carner argues his conviction for felonious assault on a police officer is against the manifest weight of the evidence. {¶29} With regard to a manifest weight challenge, the reviewing court asks whose evidence is more persuasive — the state’s or the defendant’s? * * * “When a court of appeals reverses a judgment of a trial court on the basis that the verdict is against the weight of the evidence, the appellate court sits as a ‘thirteenth juror’ and disagrees with the factfinder’s resolution of the conflicting testimony. [State v. Thompkins | 1 | 7 |
State v. Sagegreen2 sentences2017Opinion Testimony {¶ 21} The third assignment of error asserted by Ndao is as follows: THE COURT ERRED IN PERMITTING NON-EXPERT WITNESSES TO GIVE EXPERT OPINIONS {¶ 22} Ndao contends that the trial court violated Evid.R. 702 and improperly permitted O'Neill and Cress to present expert opinion testimony despite the fact that they were not qualified, nor accepted by the trial court, as expert witnesses. {¶ 23} "The admission or exclusion of relevant evidence rests within the sound discretion of the trial court." State v. Sage , 31 Ohio St.3d 173 , 180, 510 N.E.2d 343 (1987). 2017Opinion Testimony {¶ 21} The third assignment of error asserted by Ndao is as follows: THE COURT ERRED IN PERMITTING NON-EXPERT WITNESSES TO GIVE EXPERT OPINIONS {¶ 22} Ndao contends that the trial court violated Evid.R. 702 and improperly permitted O'Neill and Cress to present expert opinion testimony despite the fact that they were not qualified, nor accepted by the trial court, as expert witnesses. {¶ 23} "The admission or exclusion of relevant evidence rests within the sound discretion of the trial court." State v. Sage , 31 Ohio St.3d 173 , 180, 510 N.E.2d 343 (1987). | 1 | 5 |
| Ruta v. Breckenridge-Remy Co.green | 1 | 4 |
| State v. Josephgreen | 1 | 4 |
| State v. Adamsgreen | 1 | 4 |
| State v. Drummondgreen | 1 | 3 |
| United States v. Leongreen | 1 | 3 |
| State v. Jonesgreen | 1 | 3 |
| Rand v. Randgreen | 1 | 3 |
| Knapp v. Edwards Laboratoriesgreen | 1 | 3 |
| State v. Hamblingreen | 1 | 2 |
| Meacham v. Millergreen | 1 | 2 |
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| No negative-treatment citations attached to this issue in Ohio. Read the followed side critically anyway. | ||
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State v. Foster
green
2 sentences2018Banks argues that this is wrong, and that he should not have been subjected to a potential death sentence. {¶9} The second assignment of error reads: “Defendant Dajuan Banks’ sentence is ‘contrary to law, a nullity, and void, for the use of an unconstitutional statute in Ohio Revised Code section 2929.14.” Banks argues that the trial court improperly relied on sentencing factors set forth at R.C. 2929.14 which had been held to be unconstitutional by the Supreme Court in State v. Foster, 109 Ohio St.3d 1 , 2006-Ohio-856 . {¶10} The third assignment of error reads: “Defendant, Dajuan Banks couns 2012In the third assignment of error, Pollard argues the trial court abused its discretion when it denied Pollard his right to file a motion for judicial release. {¶13} The Ohio Supreme Court, in a split decision, has set forth the applicable standard of appellate review of a felony sentence in State v. Kalish, 120 Ohio St.3d 23 , 2008-Ohio-4912 , 896 N.E.2d 124 , ¶ 4: In applying [State v. Foster, 109 Ohio St.3d 1 , 2006-Ohio-856 , 845 N.E.2d 470 ,] to the existing statutes, appellate courts must apply a two-step approach. | 16 | 2006–2018 |
Eastley v. Volkman
green
2 sentences2022Eastley, 132 Ohio St.3d 328 , 2012-Ohio-2179 , 972 N.E.2d 517 , at ¶ 21 (“every reasonable intendment and every reasonable presumption must be made in favor of the judgment and the finding[s] of fact”) (citation omitted). {¶24} The second assignment of error is without merit. 9 Case No. 2022-P-0008 {¶25} Similarly in the third assignment of error, Charles contends that the presence of the tools on the farm property is against the weight of the evidence. 2022Eastley, 132 Ohio St.3d 328 , 2012-Ohio-2179 , 972 N.E.2d 517 , at ¶ 21 (“every reasonable intendment and every reasonable presumption must be made in favor of the judgment and the finding[s] of fact”) (citation omitted). {¶24} The second assignment of error is without merit. 9 Case No. 2022-P-0008 {¶25} Similarly in the third assignment of error, Charles contends that the presence of the tools on the farm property is against the weight of the evidence. | 9 | 2013–2026 |
State v. Madrigal
green
2 sentences2022Here, the victim testified and was cross-examined so Confrontation Clause concerns do not arise. {¶41} The third assignment of error is without merit. {¶42} In his fourth assignment of error, Sellers argues that counsel was ineffective by failing to object to the foregoing evidence and making statements conceding guilt. {¶43} To demonstrate ineffective assistance of counsel, a defendant must prove “(1) that counsel’s performance fell below an objective standard of reasonableness, and (2) that counsel’s deficient performance prejudiced the defendant resulting in an unreliable or fundamentally u 2022Here, the victim testified and was cross-examined so Confrontation Clause concerns do not arise. {¶41} The third assignment of error is without merit. {¶42} In his fourth assignment of error, Sellers argues that counsel was ineffective by failing to object to the foregoing evidence and making statements conceding guilt. {¶43} To demonstrate ineffective assistance of counsel, a defendant must prove “(1) that counsel’s performance fell below an objective standard of reasonableness, and (2) that counsel’s deficient performance prejudiced the defendant resulting in an unreliable or fundamentally u | 9 | 2007–2023 |
State v. Hester
green
2 sentences2023In evaluating whether a petitioner has been denied effective assistance of counsel, this court has held that the test is “whether the accused, under all the circumstances, * * * had a fair trial and substantial justice was done.” State v. Hester (1976), 45 Ohio St.2d 71 , 74 O.O.2d 156 , 341 N.E.2d 304 , paragraph four of the syllabus. 2023In evaluating whether a petitioner has been denied effective assistance of counsel, this court has held that the test is “whether the accused, under all the circumstances, * * * had a fair trial and substantial justice was done.” State v. Hester (1976), 45 Ohio St.2d 71 , 74 O.O.2d 156 , 341 N.E.2d 304 , paragraph four of the syllabus. | 8 | 2014–2023 |
State v. Bridgeman
green
2 sentences2005Accordingly, there was no plain error. {¶ 55} Hence, appellant's second assignment of error is also without merit. {¶ 56} In the third assignment of error, appellant maintains that the trial court erred when it denied his motion for acquittal made pursuant to Crim.R. 29. {¶ 57} The Supreme Court of Ohio established the standard for evaluating motions for acquittal in State v. Bridgeman (1978), 55 Ohio St.2d 261 , syllabus; see, also, State v. Talley (Sept. 25, 1998), 11th Dist. 2004Appellant's second assignment of error is overruled. {¶ 35} Under the third assignment of error, appellant alleges that the trial court erred when it overruled his Crim.R. 29 motion for acquittal. {¶ 36} The Supreme Court of Ohio established the test for determining whether a motion for acquittal is properly denied in State v. Bridgeman (1978), 55 Ohio St.2d 261 , syllabus, which states that "[p]ursuant to Crim.R. 29(A), a court shall not order an entry of judgment of acquittal if the evidence is such that reasonable minds can reach different conclusions as to whether each material element of | 7 | 1998–2023 |
State v. Johnson
green
2 sentences2016(B) Where the defendant's conduct constitutes two or more offenses of dissimilar import, or where his conduct results in two or more offenses of the same or similar kind committed separately or with a separate animus as to each, the indictment or information may contain counts for all such offenses, and the defendant may be convicted of all of them. {¶50} In State v. Johnson, 128 Ohio St.3d 153 , 2010-Ohio-6314 , 942 N.E.2d 1061 , the Ohio Supreme Court held, Fairfield County, Case No. 15-CA-24 14 Under R.C. 2941.25, the court must determine prior to sentencing whether the offenses were commit 2013With respect to the third assignment of error, I dissent and would reverse the judgment of the trial court so as to require the merger of the convictions for Aggravated Vehicular Assault and Operating a Vehicle Under the Influence of Alcohol. {¶53} In the third assignment of error, Demirci argued the trial court erred by failing to merge the convictions for Aggravated Vehicular Assault and Operating a Vehicle Under the Influence of Alcohol, under Ohio’s multiple counts/allied offenses of similar import statute, R.C. 2941.25. {¶54} The Ohio General Assembly’s intent on the subject of cumulative | 7 | 2011–2016 |
State v. Williams
green
2 sentences2002This assignment of error is overruled on the basis of Williams, supra, at 533 . {¶ 29} The third assignment of error is overruled. 2001The Williams decision also rejected the argument that R.C. 2950 violates the Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution. 88 Ohio St.3d at 529-531 .In the third assignment of error, appellant asserts that R.C. 2950.09 (C) is unconstitutionally vague. | 7 | 2000–2008 |
State v. Unger
green
2 sentences2019Ashland No. 00-COA-01372, 2001 WL 456411 , *1 (Apr. 24, 2001) ("[w]hile the trial court did not provide significant analysis as to each objection, it plainly stated that all of the objections were overruled"). {¶32} The second assignment of error is without merit. {¶33} In the third assignment of error, Butcher argues that the magistrate erred by denying her oral motion for a continuance of the adjudicatory hearing. {¶34} Juvenile Rule 23 provides: "Continuances shall be granted only when imperative to secure fair treatment for the parties." {¶35} "In evaluating a motion for a continuance, a c 2019Ashland No. 00-COA-01372, 2001 WL 456411 , *1 (Apr. 24, 2001) ("[w]hile the trial court did not provide significant analysis as to each objection, it plainly stated that all of the objections were overruled"). {¶32} The second assignment of error is without merit. {¶33} In the third assignment of error, Butcher argues that the magistrate erred by denying her oral motion for a continuance of the adjudicatory hearing. {¶34} Juvenile Rule 23 provides: "Continuances shall be granted only when imperative to secure fair treatment for the parties." {¶35} "In evaluating a motion for a continuance, a c | 6 | 2001–2019 |
State v. Long
green
2 sentences2017State v. Lang , 129 Ohio St.3d 512 , 2011-Ohio-4215 , 954 N.E.2d 596 , ¶ 108, quoting State v. Barnes , 94 Ohio St.3d 21 , 27, 759 N.E.2d 1240 (2002), and State v. Long , 53 Ohio St.2d 91 , 372 N.E.2d 804 (1978), paragraph two of the syllabus ("An alleged error is plain error only if the error is 'obvious,' and 'but for the error, the outcome of the trial clearly would have been otherwise.' "). 3 {¶ 34} For the foregoing reasons, I would overrule appellant's second assignment of error and proceed to address the third assignment of error. 4 Because the majority does not, I respectfully dissent. 2017State v. Lang , 129 Ohio St.3d 512 , 2011-Ohio-4215 , 954 N.E.2d 596 , ¶ 108, quoting State v. Barnes , 94 Ohio St.3d 21 , 27, 759 N.E.2d 1240 (2002), and State v. Long , 53 Ohio St.2d 91 , 372 N.E.2d 804 (1978), paragraph two of the syllabus ("An alleged error is plain error only if the error is 'obvious,' and 'but for the error, the outcome of the trial clearly would have been otherwise.' "). 3 {¶ 34} For the foregoing reasons, I would overrule appellant's second assignment of error and proceed to address the third assignment of error. 4 Because the majority does not, I respectfully dissent. | 6 | 2006–2017 |
State v. Cook
green
2 sentences2001The third assignment of error is overruled on the authority of State v. Williams (2000), 88 Ohio St.3d 513 , 728 N.E.2d 342 , and State v. Cook (1998), 83 Ohio St.3d 404 , 700 N.E.2d 570 . 2001The third assignment of error is overruled on the authority of State v. Williams (2000), 88 Ohio St.3d 513 , 728 N.E.2d 342 , and State v. Cook (1998), 83 Ohio St.3d 404 , 700 N.E.2d 570 . | 6 | 1999–2004 |
Batson v. Kentucky
green
2 sentences2024In the third assignment of error, Moore claims that “the trial court erred when it denied the defense’s Batson challenge to the [state’s] removal of a black woman from the jury.” Batson v. Kentucky, 476 U.S. 79 , 106 S.Ct. 1712 , 90 L.Ed.2d 69 (1986). 2024In the third assignment of error, Moore claims that “the trial court erred when it denied the defense’s Batson challenge to the [state’s] removal of a black woman from the jury.” Batson v. Kentucky, 476 U.S. 79 , 106 S.Ct. 1712 , 90 L.Ed.2d 69 (1986). | 5 | 1990–2024 |
State v. Boston
green
2 sentences2019Testimony {¶34} In the third assignment of error, Frost argues that the trial court erred in permitting the state to introduce the testimony of McHugh that CCDCFS determined that a finding of abuse was “indicated.” {¶35} In State v. Boston, 46 Ohio St.3d 108 , 545 N.E.2d 1220 (1989), syllabus, the Ohio Supreme Court held that “[a]n expert may not testify as to the expert’s opinion of the veracity of the statements of a child declarant.” Subsequently, the Ohio Supreme Court held that an expert witness’s testimony that the behavior of an alleged child victim of sexual abuse is consistent with be 2019Testimony {¶34} In the third assignment of error, Frost argues that the trial court erred in permitting the state to introduce the testimony of McHugh that CCDCFS determined that a finding of abuse was “indicated.” {¶35} In State v. Boston, 46 Ohio St.3d 108 , 545 N.E.2d 1220 (1989), syllabus, the Ohio Supreme Court held that “[a]n expert may not testify as to the expert’s opinion of the veracity of the statements of a child declarant.” Subsequently, the Ohio Supreme Court held that an expert witness’s testimony that the behavior of an alleged child victim of sexual abuse is consistent with be | 5 | 1991–2019 |
State v. Diar
green
2 sentences2017In the third assignment of error, Gindlesperger argues the convictions on the furthermore clauses in Counts 2 and 4 are against the manifest weight of the evidence. {¶20} The Ohio Supreme Court in State v. Diar, 120 Ohio St.3d 460 , 2008-Ohio-6266 , 900 N.E.2d 565, ¶ 113 , explained the standard for sufficiency of the evidence as follows: Raising the question of whether the evidence is legally sufficient to support the jury verdict as a matter of law invokes a due process concern. 2017In the third assignment of error, Gindlesperger argues the convictions on the furthermore clauses in Counts 2 and 4 are against the manifest weight of the evidence. {¶20} The Ohio Supreme Court in State v. Diar, 120 Ohio St.3d 460 , 2008-Ohio-6266 , 900 N.E.2d 565, ¶ 113 , explained the standard for sufficiency of the evidence as follows: Raising the question of whether the evidence is legally sufficient to support the jury verdict as a matter of law invokes a due process concern. | 5 | 2012–2017 |
Rigby v. Lake County
green
2 sentences2014The greater weight of credible evidence supports Bowden’s conviction. {¶39} The second assignment of error is without merit. {¶40} In the third assignment of error, Bowden contends that he was denied a fair trial by the admission of opinion testimony as to his veracity given by the State’s witnesses. {¶41} “[A] trial court is vested with broad discretion in determining the admissibility of evidence in any particular case, so long as such discretion is exercised in line with the rules of procedure and evidence.” Rigby v. Lake Cty., 58 Ohio St.3d 9 269, 271, 569 N.E.2d 1056 (1991). 2009Ready's position is also undermined by the fact that she only submitted to the substance abuse assessment and drug screens beginning in April 2007, after trial had begun on the issue of custody. {¶ 55} For these reasons and the reasons stated under the first assignment of error, there is a substantial amount of credible and competent evidence to support the juvenile court's judgment. {¶ 56} The third assignment of error is without merit. {¶ 57} In the fourth and fifth assignments of error, Ready claims the trial court erred by allowing certain impermissible testimony into evidence. {¶ 58} "[A] | 5 | 2006–2016 |
State v. Lewis
red
2 sentences2013With respect to the third assignment of error, I dissent and would reverse the judgment of the trial court so as to require the merger of the convictions for Aggravated Vehicular Assault and Operating a Vehicle Under the Influence of Alcohol. {¶53} In the third assignment of error, Demirci argued the trial court erred by failing to merge the convictions for Aggravated Vehicular Assault and Operating a Vehicle Under the Influence of Alcohol, under Ohio’s multiple counts/allied offenses of similar import statute, R.C. 2941.25. {¶54} The Ohio General Assembly’s intent on the subject of cumulative 2013With respect to the third assignment of error, I dissent and would reverse the judgment of the trial court so as to require the merger of the convictions for Aggravated Vehicular Assault and Operating a Vehicle Under the Influence of Alcohol. {¶53} In the third assignment of error, Demirci argued the trial court erred by failing to merge the convictions for Aggravated Vehicular Assault and Operating a Vehicle Under the Influence of Alcohol, under Ohio’s multiple counts/allied offenses of similar import statute, R.C. 2941.25. {¶54} The Ohio General Assembly’s intent on the subject of cumulative | 5 | 2005–2013 |
| State v. Wilks (Slip Opinion) green | 4 | 2018–2025 |
Smiddy v. Wedding Party, Inc.
green
2 sentences2025Smiddy v. The Wedding Party, Inc., 30 Ohio St.3d 35 (1987). {¶54} After concluding discovery, the Trustee filed a motion for summary judgment “because the doctrine of laches, Ohio’s statute of limitations, and Ohio’s statute of frauds” prevent a party to a written contract from “amending said contract with only testimony over twenty (20) years after the contract was created.” The statute of limitations was discussed in the first assignment of error, and the statute of frauds is argued in the third assignment of error. 2012Smiddy v. The Wedding Party, Inc. (1987), 30 Ohio St.3d 35, 36 , 506 N.E.2d 212 . | 4 | 2006–2025 |
| State v. Perry green | 4 | 2005–2024 |
| State v. Wilson green | 4 | 2012–2023 |
| State v. Marcum (Slip Opinion) green | 4 | 2016–2022 |
| Booth v. Booth green | 4 | 2002–2021 |
| State v. Burnside green | 4 | 2013–2018 |
| State v. Kalish red | 4 | 2011–2017 |
| State v. Cassano green | 4 | 2004–2011 |
| State v. Comer green | 4 | 2003–2006 |
| State v. Deem green | 4 | 2003–2005 |
| State v. Conway green | 3 | 2012–2023 |
| State v. Gondor green | 3 | 2021–2023 |
| State v. Smith green | 3 | 2011–2021 |
| State v. Jones green | 3 | 2005–2021 |
| State v. Underwood green | 3 | 2014–2021 |
| State v. Short green | 3 | 2017–2020 |
| State v. Mason green | 3 | 2000–2018 |
| State v. Leonard green | 3 | 2011–2018 |
| State v. Fischer green | 3 | 2011–2017 |
| State v. Lott green | 3 | 2000–2016 |
| State v. Waddy red | 3 | 2014–2014 |
| State v. Rance green | 3 | 2008–2012 |
| Yeager v. Local Union 20, Teamsters, Chauffeurs, Warehousemen & Helpers of America green | 3 | 1990–2012 |
| Clouston v. Remlinger Oldsmobile Cadillac, Inc. green | 3 | 2000–2009 |
Counted by distinct opinions that both name this issue and are annotated to the section; sections every opinion cites regardless of issue are not filtered here, so read the counts against the total above.
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