AUGUST 12, 2025
Supreme Court: Constitutional Rights Central to Cellphone Search Warrant Dispute
A Fairfield County man is challenging a search of his cellphone by asserting that his rights under the Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution were violated. The Fourth Amendment prohibits unreasonable searches and seizures, and courts generally cannot allow evidence at trial if it was obtained in violation of the right.
Toledo Drug Dealer’s Conviction in Henry County Upheld
A Lucas County drug dealer could be prosecuted for engaging in a pattern of corrupt activity in neighboring Henry County based on another drug dealer’s sales of cocaine there, the Supreme Court of Ohio ruled today.
Court Upholds Conviction of Man Who Stalked Former Grade School Classmate
A man’s overly affectionate social media posts to a former classmate he had never spoken to, coupled with showing up at her apartment and turning the doorknob, provided enough evidence to convict the man of menacing by stalking, the Supreme Court of Ohio ruled today.
AUGUST 8, 2025
“Making the Case:” Video Series Continues to Spotlight Pivotal Cases
“Making the Case” gives you a front-row seat to the Supreme Court of Ohio during oral arguments. Experience the pivotal cases and captivating dialogue between the justices and litigants that lead to decisions from the highest court in the state.
AUGUST 6, 2025
Third District: Son’s Undue Influence Over Father Invalidates Updated Will
An Ohio appeals court has ruled that a Columbus man embezzled $1.38 million of his father’s assets and that the father’s will, updated a few years before his death at age 93, is invalid.
AUGUST 5, 2025
Featured Decision: Court Permits Search of GPS Cellphone Data
Whether police need a search warrant to obtain information from an online marketplace app is the topic of a recent Supreme Court of Ohio opinion highlighted in the latest “Featured Decision” video.
JULY 31, 2025
Eighth District: GPS Data Confirms Insurance Fraud Attempt
A Cuyahoga County man’s conviction for insurance fraud for attempting to report his work truck stolen was affirmed by the Eighth District Court of Appeals.
JULY 28, 2025
Third District: Customer Takes Dealership’s Name After It Took Her Car
A Lima, Ohio, car dealership seized a buyer’s car. She, in turn, seized the dealership’s name.
JULY 23, 2025
Council Candidate Removed From Ballot for Failing To Meet Residency Requirement
The Supreme Court of Ohio today directed the removal of a candidate for Whitehall City Council from the November general-election ballot because she did not meet the city’s two-year residency requirement for council candidates.
JULY 16, 2025
“Making the Case:” Video Series Continues to Spotlight Pivotal Cases
“Making the Case” gives you a front-row seat to the Supreme Court of Ohio during oral arguments. Experience the pivotal cases and captivating dialogue between the justices and litigants that lead to decisions from the highest court in the state.
AUGUST 12, 2025
Longtime Prosecutor Takes Montgomery County Bench
Montgomery County’s newest judge recently took her oath of office during a courtroom ceremony.
JULY 31, 2025
Tenth District Judge Brings Passion for Law and Education to Supreme Court
Judge Julia L. Dorrian of the Tenth District Court of Appeals is grateful for her opportunity to hear a case at the Supreme Court of Ohio.
JULY 23, 2025
Tenth District Jurist Brings Diverse Background to Supreme Court Bench
Judge David Leland has made an impact in the world of law and politics for over 50 years in many different capacities. He currently serves as a judge on the Tenth District Court of Appeals – a position he’s held since 2023.
JULY 10, 2025
Celebrating the Northwest Ordinance and Its Legacy
What does a 238-year-old document have to do with justice in Ohio today? More than you might think.July 13, 1787, marks a pivotal day in American history. On this date, the Confederation Congress adopted the Northwest Ordinance, a bold charter for governance that not only shaped the legal foundation of Ohio but continues to inspire our commitment to justice today.
JULY 1, 2025
Lifelong Commitment to Public Service Leads Appellate Judge to Supreme Court
Judge Robert J. Patton of the Eleventh District Court of Appeals expressed excitement and honor ahead of his appearance on the Supreme Court of Ohio.
JUNE 25, 2025
Ohio Veterans Docket Recognized Nationally as Model Program
A specialized docket program certified by the Supreme Court of Ohio is receiving national recognition for its work with veterans.
JUNE 4, 2025
New Judge Appointed to Cuyahoga County Common Pleas
An attorney from Solon will soon fill a vacant seat on the Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court.
MAY 29, 2025
Curtin Appointed to Stow Municipal Court
A new judge will soon take the bench of Stow Municipal Court.
AUGUST 11, 2025
New Certified Birth Certificates Debut
Birth certificates certified by the Ohio Bureau of Vital Statistics now show off a new look. Design changes emerged from an effort within the Ohio Health Department to utilize a fully electronic system to modernize recordings of births, deaths, and other vital events.
AUGUST 8, 2025
Online Self-Help Center Launches in Lorain County Court
Many Lorain County residents who are dealing with divorce, child custody disputes, or child support matters represent themselves in court because they can’t afford to hire an attorney.
Conduct Board Files Disciplinary Recommendations
The Ohio Board of Professional Conduct has filed four reports with the Supreme Court of Ohio. Three reports recommend the imposition of discipline against Ohio attorneys. The fourth report recommends a disciplinary sanction for a judge who engaged in misconduct while serving in judicial office.
AUGUST 7, 2025
Veterans Honored in Court Graduation
The Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court recently celebrated with a graduation ceremony for participants in its specialized docket for justice-involved veterans.
AUGUST 6, 2025
More Than 950 Prospective Attorneys Sit for Bar Exam Across 3 Cities
After 12 hours of test-taking spread across two days, more than 960 of Ohio’s prospective attorneys have now completed the July 2025 bar exam.
New Rules Adopted for Overseeing Assisted Outpatient Treatment
The Supreme Court of Ohio has approved new rules for overseeing assisted outpatient treatment programs operated by probate courts.
AUGUST 4, 2025
Professional Conduct Board Schedules August Disciplinary Hearing
One disciplinary case is set for a hearing before the Ohio Board of Professional Conduct in August. Hearings take place before a three-member panel of the Board, are open to the public, and begin at 10 a.m., unless otherwise noted.
JULY 24, 2025
School’s Right To Prohibit Offensive Clothing Upheld
Nicholas Boroff, a senior at Van Wert High School, arrived at school on Aug. 29, 1997, wearing a Marilyn Manson band T-shirt. On the front, there was an image of a three-faced Jesus with the phrase, “See No Truth, Hear No Truth, Speak No Truth.”
JULY 22, 2025
Local Courts Required To Adopt Plan for Reporting Information to Law Enforcement
The Supreme Court of Ohio has approved a rule requiring courts to adopt a local rule and a written compliance plan to ensure that specific information – fingerprints, case dispositions, mental health adjudications, protection orders, and certain traffic convictions – is reported into law enforcement databases.
JULY 21, 2025
Technology Helps Court in Lawrence County Deliver Timely Transcripts
When court reporter Tina Riedel receives a request for a transcript of a Lawrence County Common Pleas Court proceeding, she relies on a suite of technology to assemble the document.
Along with deciding cases for Ohio, the Supreme Court also assisted the judicial branch and public by developing courses, offering grants, holding events, and producing publications.
AUGUST 11, 2025
Jurors in New Era Cleveland case to deliberate Monday, while Ohio Supreme Court weighs mistrial: Ideastream
Jurors in the case against three members of the activist group New Era Cleveland will return on Monday to continue deliberations, despite the prosecutor’s emergency motion, first filed Thursday and refiled Friday at the Ohio Supreme Court, to pause the case.
Judge asks Ohio Supreme Court to reject prosecutors’ request for intervention in extortion trial: Cleveland.com
Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Judge William Vodrey asked the Ohio Supreme Court to reject prosecutors’ request for intervention in the extortion trial of a Cleveland activist.