State v. Cephus

Grady, Judge.

{¶ 1} Defendant, Loretta Cephus, appeals from her conviction and sentence for violating city of Dayton ordinances prohibiting unlawful conduct of persons at a city commission meeting, disorderly conduct, and obstructing official business.

{¶ 2} Defendant’s convictions result from her conduct at two separate Dayton City Commission meetings held one week apart.

{¶ 3} Defendant regularly attends commission meetings, frequently speaks during the public-comment portion of the meeting, and is often critical of the mayor and the city commission. On August 27, 2003, defendant registered to…