State v. Williams

Citations

• 2023 Ohio 3625

Syllabus

Rape kidnapping cold case merger allied offenses of similar import R.C. 2941.25 prosecutorial misconduct closing argument prejudice Crim.R. 16(K). The trial court did not err by declining to merge kidnapping and rape offenses where the kidnapping took place over a prolonged period of time and increased the risk of harm to the victim. Statements made during closing argument did not prejudice appellant. The trial court did not err or abuse its discretion by admitting testimony from the victim or her treating physician.