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Jump to full article: Sandusky (OH) Register, 2010-02-26 Author: the same token, if a person doesn't like that the property
Intro: Taverns cited by the health department could have their violations thrown out after a judge ruled in favor of bar Zeno's, said the Columbus-based 1851 Center for Constitutional Law, who defended the bar.
Judge David Cain said the department fined Zeno's despite "no smoking" signs, the removal of ashtrays and requests by employees that smokers extinguish cigarettes, according to the Associated Press.
He said the health department exceeded its authority by holding Zeno's responsible for the actions of its patrons.
The state is appealing the Franklin County ruling.
But Sandusky area bar owner Paul Hauke Jr. said Thursday the ruling could free him and other owners from constantly policing their patrons.
"As long as we have the signs up, we're not responsible,"
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