State v. Jelliffe

This matter came on to be heard on a “no contest” plea, the unrepresented defendant thereby admitting the facts alleged in the complaint. Defendant is charged with violating R.C. 2921.31, obstructing official business.

The facts adduced by the prosecution, and uncontroverted by defendant are as follows: On the evening of November 5, 1982, defendant was attending a rock concert at the Cincinnati Riverfront Coliseum. Defendant saw an individual in “street clothes” whom he recognized as a Cincinnati policeman. Defendant then told at least one other individual, evidently in the hearing of the…