City of Cleveland v. Johnson

Emanuella GROves, Judge.

{¶ 1} On July 10, 2004, the defendant, Marion Johnson, was charged with violations of Cleveland Codified Ordinances 604.03(b), “Control of Vicious and Dangerous Dogs,”1 and 604.4, “Insurance; Signs; Notification.”2 The defendant *20was charged because his pit bull dog was running loose. Additionally, the defendant failed to provide proof of required insurance.

{¶ 2} The defendant filed a motion to dismiss, arguing that the ordinances are unconstitutional and violate his right to due process. The defendant cited State v. Cowan, 103 Ohio St.3d 144, 2004-Ohio-4777, 814 N.E.2d…