State v. Tribble, 07 Ma 205 (3-19-2009)

OPINION

{¶ 1} Appellant James Tribble appeals his resentencing on a probation violation stemming from his conviction for having a weapon while under a disability and improperly handling a firearm in a motor vehicle. At his initial sentencing, the Mahoning County Court of Common Pleas imposed a five-year prison term, held the prison term in abeyance, and placed Appellant in an in-house program to treat his substance abuse issues. The court ordered a status conference to take place prior to his release from the drug abuse program.

{¶ 2} Appellant violated the terms of the drug abuse program. A…