State v. Morgan

Upon our initial consideration, it appeared that the outcome of this case would hinge on the constitutionality of Ohio’s corrupt activity law. *180However, upon further review, it has become apparent deciding that question is not necessary to the determination of this appeal. Rather, the simpler question in this case is whether alleging a violation of Section 1955, Title 18, U.S.Code is sufficient to establish the requisite felony act needed to sustain a conviction for engaging in a pattern of corrupt activity under R.C. 2923.32(E).

Specifically at issue in this case is the first predicate act in…