The Supreme Court of Ohio today rejected the view that state courts must defer to an administrative agency’s interpretation of the law. In a decision written by Justice R. Patrick DeWine, the Supreme Court made clear that the so-called “Chevron deference,” …
The Supreme Court of Ohio ruled today that a hearing is required to determine if a teen convicted for a 2001 rape received ineffective counsel because a witness identification expert was not called to testify. In a 4-3 decision, the Supreme Court ruled …
Cleveland does not have to refund $4.1 million to motorists who paid fines under a now-defunct traffic camera program used to catch red-light and speeding violators, the Supreme Court of Ohio ruled today. A divided Supreme Court ruled that once drivers …
Joe Deters will be sworn in as the 163rd Supreme Court justice on Jan. 7. Joe Deters will be sworn in as the 163rd Supreme Court justice on Jan. 7. Joseph T. Deters, the longest-serving prosecutor in Hamilton County history, is appointed to serve as the …
The Supreme Court of Ohio affirmed all but one conviction of a 16-year-old Cleveland teen who went on a six-month crime spree, which included the attempted murder of an elderly couple and robbery of a television news crew. The Supreme Court ruled the adult …
For the second time, the Supreme Court of Ohio reversed an appeals court decision concerning a former nursing home aide’s prison sentence for stealing personal items from 46 residents at nursing homes and assisted living facilities in Delaware and Franklin …
Hundreds of supporters gathered recently to celebrate Supreme Court of Ohio Chief Justice Maureen O’Connor’s historic leadership of the state judiciary, her impact, and legacy. Family, friends, and peers joined judges, lawyers, and court staff to honor …
The board has proposed udpated regulations for more efficiency and clarity when handling UPL claims. The board has proposed udpated regulations for more efficiency and clarity when handling UPL claims. The Supreme Court of Ohio is accepting public comment …
A 2018 state law change addressing the use of deadly force in self-defense does not change how an appeals court evaluates cases where a jury has rejected a self-defense claim, the Supreme Court of Ohio ruled today. The 2018 law places the burden on …
A Stark County trial judge wrongly refused to allow a criminal defendant to plead “no contest” because the judge did not believe there were any legitimate grounds for an appeal, the Supreme Court ruled today. In a 5-2 decision, the Supreme Court found …
A state law capping the amount of damages awarded for claims such as “pain and suffering” in a personal injury lawsuit is unconstitutional as applied to certain sexually abused children, the Supreme Court of Ohio ruled today. In a 4-3 decision, the Supreme …
The board's latest advisory opinions are addressed to prosecutors about judgment entries and limitations for out-of-state attorneys regarding depositions in Ohio. The board's latest advisory opinions are addressed to prosecutors about judgment …
The Thomas J. Moyer Ohio Judicial Center is a learning experience for all visitors, especially young students. The home of the Supreme Court of Ohio welcomes more than 10,000 students from across the state each year, offering school tours and a chance to …
The end of the year is just two weeks away. For Chief Justice Maureen O’Connor of the Supreme Court of Ohio, it will mark the end of 20 years at the high court. A new documentary titled, “Raising the Bar: The Maureen O’Connor Years,” reflects on her tenure …
The Supreme Court of Ohio today vacated the abduction conviction of a Wood County man after the prosecutor’s office refused to provide him a bill of particulars specifying what conduct constituted the criminal offense. In a 5-2 decision, the Supreme Court …
Judge D. Chris Cook (left) and attorney Patrick M. McLaughlin (right) will serve as chair and vice-chair for the Board of Professional Conduct next year. Judge D. Chris Cook (left) and attorney Patrick M. McLaughlin (right) will serve as chair and vice- …
Leaders in Ohio’s legal system are on a mission to help military veterans struggling with trauma. Supreme Court of Ohio Chief Justice-Elect Sharon Kennedy is an advocate and leader promoting the Lean Forward Initiative. The project is a collaboration among …
Prosecutors have right to appeal when trial court denies crime victim’s request for restitution. Prosecutors have right to appeal when trial court denies crime victim’s request for restitution. The rights granted to crime victims through a 2017 voter- …
The Cleveland Municipal Court Clerk’s Office just completed a community event to help people remove resolved misdemeanor offenses from their records. The Cleveland Municipal Court Clerk’s Office just completed a community event to help people remove …
An “all-risk” commercial property insurance policy does not cover the financial losses Ohio businesses suffered from state-mandated shutdowns at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Supreme Court of Ohio ruled today. In a 6-1 decision, the Supreme Court …
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