State v. Congrove, 06ap-1129 (6-29-2007)

OPINION

{¶ 1} Plaintiff-appellant, State of Ohio, appeals from a judgment of the Franklin County Municipal Court dismissing the action against defendant-appellee, Leona K. Congrove. Because the trial court did not abuse its discretion, we affirm the trial court's judgment.

{¶ 2} By complaint, Ms. Congrove was charged with domestic violence, a violation of R.C. 2919.25(A) and a misdemeanor of the first degree, and with assault, a violation of R.C. 2903.13 and a misdemeanor of the first degree. According to the state, on September 10, 2006, Ms. Congrove knowingly caused or attempted to cause…