State v. Wood

Citations

• 160 N.E.3d 439
• 2020 Ohio 4895

Syllabus

Defendant's convictions for felonious assault, discharge of a firearm on or near prohibited premises, and carrying a concealed weapon were not against the manifest weight of the evidence. Jury, as trier of fact, was able to observe witnesses as they testified and assess their credibility. Jury confusion, demonstrated solely through questions posed during deliberations, does not render a conviction against the manifest weight of the evidence. Trial court's finding that imposition of a third 3-year firearm was mandatory was contrary to R.C. 2929.14(B)(1)(g).