Ohio tightens penalties for drunken drivers under new law
Governor signs six laws aimed at safety and state cost control. Habitual drunken drivers face felony charges with 60 day local jail terms and 10 000 fines for a fourth offense and six to 18 months in state prison for a fifth offense. Inmates face reduced rights and penalties for frivolous lawsuits. The package also includes maternity and turnpike measures with 90 day enactment.
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Trooper fined and warned for off duty speeding
Shane Johnson a 25 year old trooper from Bowling Green pleaded no contest to driving 73 mph in a 55 mph zone at Haskins on May 25 after a prior 80 mph ticket on U.S. 23 in Wyandot County. Patrol spokesman Sgt John Born said troopers speeding is not tolerated and cited crashes as a major concern.
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Fireworks fire suspect ordered to pay for defense
Lawrence County judge ruled 24 year old Todd Hall must cover his legal bills after finding him not indigent for the Ohio Fireworks blaze in Scottown that killed nine. Hall faces eight counts of involuntary manslaughter. a ninth count could be added after a grand jury meeting Aug. 5. Hall is held on 500000 bond. court may reimburse defense time at up to 40 dollars out of court and 50 dollars in court.
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Lean Cuisine Turkey and Country Vegetable Pie Recall
Nestle Frozen Food Co recalls about 21 000 Lean Cuisine Turkey and Country Vegetable Pies due to egg allergy labeling. The pies made in Solon Ohio with code 6159NH P-695 were distributed to 16 states including Ohio. Return to store if egg allergic.
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Nestle Frozen Food Co
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Solon
Ohio
Company provides toll free recall helpline and USDA option
The recall information includes a toll free number for customer questions at 300 225 1180 and an additional USDA hotline at 800 535 4555 for further assistance. The numbers are provided to help consumers confirm details and safety guidelines related to the recall.
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Three Ohio Lottery Commission members reappointed
Gov George Voinovich reappointed Sandra Barber of Wauseon Walter Nagorny of Seven Hills and Michele A Roberts of Dayton to the Ohio Lottery Commission on Thursday.
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George Voinovich
Ohio Lottery Commission
Sandra Barber
Wauseon
Walter Nagorny
Seven Hills
Michele A. Roberts
Dayton
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