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Court rules sex conviction not enough for longer sentence
Ohio Supreme Court rules a single sex offense cannot extend a current term under predator laws. Justice Stratton author notes law requires a prior conviction at indictment to qualify for enhancement. Majority decision sends case back to trial court for resentencing. minority argues extension may apply on first offense. John W. Smith, 46, is serving seven years to life for rape and kidnapping of a former girlfriend in 2001 in Morrow County.
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Columbus
Ohio
Civia Law
Marrow County
Evelyn Lundberg Stratton
Terrence O'Donnell
Ydannell
John W. Smith
Morrow County
Smith
Ross Correctional Institution