State v. Maley, Unpublished Decision (9-27-2002)

OPINION

{¶ 1} Defendant-appellant Brandon Maley appeals his conviction of domestic violence in violation of R.C. 2919.25(A) in the East Liverpool Municipal Court. The issue before this court is whether the record contains a sufficient explanation of the circumstances to support the finding of guilt. For the reasons stated below, the decision of the trial court is reversed, Maley's plea is vacated and this case is remanded to the trial court for further proceedings.

FACTS

{¶ 2} Maley was charged with two counts of domestic violence in violation of R.C. 2919.25(A), a first degree misdemeanor. The…