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.
Students in the Ohio State University Moritz College of Law's Master of Laws (LLM) program visited the Supreme Court of Ohio.
The Supreme Court of Ohio welcomed its Fall 2026 Extern cohort for orientation. The event marked the beginning of an exciting semester of professional growth, learning, and service. Learn more about internship/externship opportunities.
Ohio Supreme Court Opens Its Doors for Free Evening Tours as Part of the America 250 Celebration. Join a tour.
Daily Case Announcements
& Opinions
September 16, 2026
The Supreme Court has released the following case announcement.
In State ex rel. Derrig v. LaRose, the Court ordered the respondents to file an answer to the amended complaint by 4 p.m., Friday, Sept. 18.
In State ex rel. Derrig v. LaRose, the Court ordered the respondents to file an answer to the complaint by 4 p.m., Friday, Sept. 18.
CheckFree Servs. Corp. v. Harris
In CheckFree Servs. Corp. v. Harris, the Court directed the Ohio Board of Tax Appeals to clarify its decision on how the board resolved the taxability of more than $320,000 in sales tax collected in connection with a financial services company’s disbursement-authorization service.
September 15, 2026
Sheetz, Inc. v. Centerville
The Court accepted Neal v. Durrani for review.
In Sheetz, Inc. v. Centerville, the Court ruled that developers of a Sheetz service station can pursue a second lawsuit against a city for thwarting its plans to open a new store.
September 14, 2026
State ex rel. Ontko v. Sandusky Cty. Bd. of Elections
State ex rel. Ontko v. Sandusky Cty. Bd. of Elections
In State ex rel. Koebel v. Erie Cty. Bd. of Elections, the Court ordered the respondents to file an answer to the complaint by 4 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 17.
In State ex rel. Ontko v. Sandusky Cty. Bd. of Elections, the Court ruled that it cannot order a board of elections to remove a suspended judge seeking reelection from the Nov. 3 general election ballot.
The Court released the following case announcement.
In In re Application of Ohio Edison Co., the Court allowed the Office of the Ohio Consumers’ Counsel and the Northwest Ohio Aggregation Coalition to intervene and participate in the case.
September 11, 2026
In State ex rel. Turner v. Barhorst, the Court denied a motion for reconsideration.
September 10, 2026
Carlton v. Palmer
In Carlton v. Palmer, the Court affirmed the decision of the Seventh District Court of Appeals.
September 9, 2026
State v. Cuyler
State v. Molina
In State v. Armstead, the Court appointed the Ohio Public Defender to represent the appellant, William Armstead.
September 8, 2026
State ex rel. Lawrence v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr.
State v. Smith
In State v. Smith, the Court ruled that for sex offender registration purposes, the “place of employment address” is where the offender performs work, even if it is temporarily in a different county.
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Supreme Court of Ohio News
- Court Orders Board to Clarify Decision on Financial Service Company's Tax Refund Claim
- Rule Does Not Bar Second Lawsuit Against City for Rejecting Development Plan
- Court Cannot Remove Suspended Judge From Ballot
- Appellate Judge Lives Childhood Dream at Supreme Court
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- Legal Legacy: Ohio Court Decides Landmark Case on School Sports Eligibility
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Ohio Courts in the News
- A chance to explore Ohio's history and government after hours. The Ohio Supreme Court is opening its doors this evening for a special tour. ▶️NBC 4 Today
- Sex offender convicted for failure to register in Geauga County; The Supreme Court of Ohio: WOIO Gongwer
- Two Ohio cities stopped charter petitions. The Supreme Court ordered both processes to continue: Cleveland.com
- Ohio inmate won $4,000 over withheld records. State prisoners filing today can't get those damages: Cleveland.com
- Ohio Supreme Court declines to reconsider appeal from Mackenzie Shirilla of ‘The Crash': WCMH
- Homeless people are frequently charged with crimes. How one specialized Ohio court is responding
- Ohio City, Nonprofit Settle Food Distribution Law Challenge: Bloomberg Law
- The Honorable Jeffrey S. Sutton, Chief Judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, has a piece of advice for practitioners of constitutional law. Look to the States. ▶️Legal Talk Network Podcast
- Data center ban in southwest Ohio city must go before voters, says Ohio Supreme Court: The Statehouse News Bureau
- The Ohio Supreme Court says Trenton city Council must allow voters to decide on whether to ban construction of data centers. ▶️: Good Morning Cincinnati WKRC
- The Ohio Supreme Court has ruled in favor this morning of Trenton residents fighting for a vote on the controversial topic. ▶️: Good Morning Tri-State WCPO