K9 Case Law in Ohio: State v. Bond and Its Impact on K9 Searches State v Bond Officer touching vehicle during k9 sniff to redirect dogs sniffing was not a violation.  The sniff did not extend the stop in violation of Rodriguez. Introduction K9 searches and seizures remain a highly litigated issue in criminal law, especially concerning vehicle searches. The recent Ohio Court of Appeals decision in State v. Bond, 2025-Ohio-360, offers important insights into how courts analyze K9-related Fourth Amendment challenges. This case reinforces established precedents and clarifies key issues, including the duration of a traffic stop, the reliability [...]