The Supreme Court of Ohio & The Ohio Judicial System
America commemorated its 250th birthday on July 4, 2026, marking a historic milestone in the nation's journey.
To honor the semiquincentennial, the Court hosted a year-long celebration titled "The Story of America," highlighting significant historical events that shaped both the nation and Ohio. In addition to digital content, the initiative features special events and exhibits at the Court. The celebration aims to spark curiosity, strengthen civic literacy, and recognize pivotal moments in American and Ohio history. Learn More.
Interns and fellows from the Auditor of State's office visited the Supreme Court with former justice Mary DeGenaro for a tour of the Moyer Judicial Center.
College students from the Ohio Senate Page program met with Chief Justice Sharon L. Kennedy during their visit to the Supreme Court of Ohio.
High School students attending Ohio University's Summer Law & Trial Institute visited the Supreme Court to tour the Moyer Judicial Center and learn about how cases are decided.
Chief Justice Sharon L. Kennedy administered the oaths of office for the 2026 Buckeye Boys State judicial officers.
Honorable John. A Boehner Portrait Unveiling. Supreme Court unveils a bronze bas-relief portrait recognizing the Honorable John A. Boehner, Speaker of the United States House of Representatives from 2011 to 2015.
Daily Case Announcements
& Opinions
July 15, 2026
In State ex rel. McNamara-Smith v. Grube, the Court ordered the respondent, Village of Ashville Fiscal Officer April Grube, to file a response by Wednesday, July 22, to the relators’ complaint.
Wells Fargo Bank, Natl. Assn. v. Doberdruk
Dayton Bar Assn. v. Baker
In Wells Fargo Bank, Natl. Assn. v. Doberdruk (2024-1669 and 2025-0071), the Court ruled that a borrower who attempts but fails to stop a property foreclosure can seek restitution after the property has been sold.
The Court has dismissed In re Complaint of Duke Energy Ohio, Inc. v. Nationwide Energy Partners, L.L.C.
July 14, 2026
In State v. King, the Court ruled that a prosecutor may seek court permission to appeal a trial judge’s post-verdict judgment of acquittal of a criminal defendant.
State v. King
State ex rel. Esrati v. Foley
July 13, 2026
At the request of the appellant Ohio Power Company, the Court dismissed In re Application of Ohio Power Co.
The Court declined to accept Cleveland v. Njoku for review.
In State v. O'Brien, the Court appointed the Ohio Public Defender to represent appellant Kelly O'Brien.
July 10, 2026
State v. Polizzi
State ex rel. Mobley v. Franklin Cty. Bd. of Commrs.
In State v. Polizzi, the Court upheld the nearly 30-year prison sentence imposed on a former teacher who groomed two 17-year-old students to engage in sexual activity with him.
July 9, 2026
In State v. Rodriguez, the Court reversed a First District Court of Appeals decision that had vacated a Hamilton County woman’s child endangerment convictions.
Cincinnati v. State
State v. Rodriguez
July 8, 2026
In Steigerwald v. Berea, the Court ruled that a city is not liable for the death of a senior citizen who died after tripping over the extended legs of a newly installed bench in the recreation center locker room.
Steigerwald v. Berea
July 7, 2026
State ex rel. Mobley v. Banks
The Court accepted Vanderveer v. Ohio Assn. of Pub. School Emps. for review.
The Court canceled oral argument for In re Application of Ohio Power Co., scheduled for Aug. 6, and will reschedule at a later date.
In Columbus Bar Assn. v. Armengau, the Court denied the respondent’s request to modify the conditions of payment of court costs and payments to the Lawyers Fund for Client Protection.
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Supreme Court of Ohio News
- Attorney Suspended for Efforts to Recover Misdirected Payment
- Homeowner Can Seek Restitution by Appealing Foreclosure
- Court Affirms Nearly 30-Year Prison Sentence for Teacher's Sex Offenses
- Appellate Judge Brings Family Legacy to Supreme Court
- Featured Decision: Landowners Prevail in Oil and Gas Rights Dispute
- New Judge Brings Years of Public Service to Portage County Municipal Court
- Seats of Justice: Mercer County
- Summit County Seeks Volunteer Attorney Mediators for Court Settlement Week
- Attorneys Donate More Than 100,000 Hours in Legal Work
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Ohio Courts in the News
- Former Speaker Boehner's bronze portrait unveiled at Supreme Court of Ohio: Dayton Daily News, Journal-News
- Documentary explores history of Ohio's 88 courthouses: Chillicothe Gazette
- Ohio Supreme Court upholds Columbia Gas rate structure already in place for customers: WTOL
- Supreme Court of Ohio dismisses Lancaster school tax cases: Lancaster Eagle Gazette
- Mobile home park owner not liable for dog bite, Ohio Supreme Court says: Dayton Daily News
- Ohio Supreme Court Declines Mackenzie Shirilla Appeal Over One-Day Filing Delay: Law Commentary
- Judge orders two people convicted for their roles in the Pike County massacre to be resentenced: WLWT
- Ohio court upholds 25 year conviction in brutal domestic assault case: Fox26 News
- Ohio court strikes down local law that criminalized feeding the homeless: Pacific Legal Foundation
- Two graduate from Veterans Court Program: Star Beacon
- Graduates turn over new leaf with help of Geauga County drug court program: The News-Herald