State v. George, Unpublished Decision (6-4-2004)

OPINION.

{¶ 1} Defendant-appellant Philip George appeals his convictions for gambling, operating a gambling house, money laundering, conspiracy, and engaging in a pattern of corrupt activity.

{¶ 2} This is one of the most bizarre cases in recent memory. There are the usual evidentiary and procedural issues, but also alleged terrorist connections and a series of searches and seizures too bizarre to be fictional. The trial court referred to the defendant's counsel and their tactics as "silly," "adrift," and "amazing." We could not think of more appropriate terms to describe this case.

{¶ 3} But…