State v. Frye, 14-07-07 (10-29-2007)

OPINION

{¶ 1} Although originally placed on our accelerated calendar, we have elected, pursuant to Local Rule 12(5), to issue a full opinion in lieu of a judgment entry.

{¶ 2} Plaintiff-Appellant, State of Ohio, appeals from the judgment of the Union County Court of Common Pleas, Juvenile Division, dismissing the case with prejudice against Defendant-Appellee, Jeffrey Frye. On appeal, the State asserts that the trial court abused its discretion by dismissing the complaint with prejudice. Finding that the State could not appeal the final verdict of acquittal, we dismiss this appeal for lack of…