State v. Lane

Citations

• 2026 Ohio 2034

Syllabus

Trial court did not err in determining that grand theft of motor vehicle and attempted grand theft of firearm were not allied offenses subject to merger. Defendant stole vehicle containing firearm in glove box, then later removed firearm and kept it in her bedroom. Victim suffered two separate harms. Offenses committed at different times and places. Defendant's retention of firearm in her residence reflected independent purpose beyond stealing the car.