State v. Smith, 06ca115 (7-19-2007)

OPINION

{¶ 1} On May 15, 2006, a complaint was filed charging appellant, Aaron Smith, Sr., with two counts of injuring animals in violation of R.C.959.02. Appellant shot and killed two dogs on his property he believed were attacking his sheep.

{¶ 2} A bench trial commenced on September 5, 2006. By journal entry filed same date, the trial court found appellant guilty and imposed fines and court costs.

{¶ 3} Appellant filed an appeal and this matter is now before this court for consideration. Assignment of error is as follows:

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{¶ 4} "THE COURT ERRED BY CHARGING ME WITH VIOLATING 959.02 WHICH SAYS…