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.
The Supreme Court of Ohio welcomed five new interns from Cristo Rey Columbus High School this academic year. They will be assisting various Court offices with special projects.
Students in the Ohio State University Moritz College of Law's Master of Laws (LLM) program visited the Supreme Court of Ohio.
Daily Case Announcements
& Opinions
October 2, 2026
In State ex rel. Sommers Dev. Group, L.L.C. v. Cuyahoga Cty. Bd. of Elections, the Court allowed Robert K. Agresta, Diane M. Agresta, Iwona Tietz-Golczak, Marcin B. Golczak, and Elvera Ranallo to intervene and participate in the case.
The Court referred State ex rel. Penrose Ents., Ltd. v. Cincinnati to mediation.
October 1, 2026
State ex rel. Gregory v. Kudela
State ex rel. Nguyen v. Lawson
In State ex rel. Nguyen v. Lawson, the Court revived for a second time a woman’s lawsuit to remain on the Nelsonville city council.
September 30, 2026
In State ex rel. Avon Lake Commt. for the Citizens & Electors Right to Vote on City Income Tax Increases v. Rosmarin, the Court ordered the parties to explain by 4 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 1, why this case should not be dismissed as moot.
State ex rel. Harris v. Put-in-Bay Police Dept.
State ex rel. Utz v. Cincinnati
In State ex rel. Utz v. Cincinnati, the Court ruled the city of Cincinnati will not be penalized for a delay in providing records related to a downtown brawl.
September 29, 2026
In State ex rel. Sommers Dev. Group, L.L.C. v. Cuyahoga Cty. Bd of Elections, the Court ordered the parties to file responses, if they choose to, by 4 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 30, to the motion to intervene as respondents submitted by Robert Agresta, Diane Agresta, Iwona Tietz-Golczak, Marcin Golczak, and Elvera Ranallo.
State ex rel. Ellis v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr.
State v. Bradley
In Disciplinary Counsel v. Tyler, the Court suspended Charles Tyler Sr. of Akron from the practice of law for one year, with six months stayed with conditions.
In State v. Bradley, the Court upheld the conviction of a Belmont County man who struck a neighbor’s home with a stray bullet while he was shooting at another man.
September 28, 2026
The Court dismissed Borovicanin v. Natl. Collegiate Athletic Assn.
September 25, 2026
In State ex rel. Duckett v. Hancock Cty. Bd. of Elections, the Court issued a revised slip opinion to reflect a vote change.
In In re Resignation of Adelstein, the Court accepted the resignation of Carol Adelstein of Cleveland Heights with disciplinary action pending.
September 24, 2026
State ex rel. Duckett v. Hancock Cty. Bd. of Elections
In State ex rel. Duckett v. Hancock Cty. Bd. of Elections, the Court granted a writ of mandamus.
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Supreme Court of Ohio News
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- Lifelong Career Goal Lands Judge on Supreme Court Bench
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Ohio Courts in the News
- Increased Pay Rate for Death Penalty Defense Approved: Law360
- Increased Pay Rate for Death Penalty Defense Approved: Cleveland.com
- Increased Pay Rate for Death Penalty Defense Approved: WKBN
- Increased Pay Rate for Death Penalty Defense Approved: WFMJ
- Increased Pay Rate for Death Penalty Defense Approved: LimaOhio.com
- A program at the Hamilton County courthouse has a lot to celebrate today. That program is the Hamilton County Welcome Home reentry docket. And it's getting its final certification via the Ohio Supreme Court. ▶️ Good Morning Cincinnati at 5 WKRC
- Ohio Supreme Court: Wilmington data center ordinance can't be added to November ballot: WYSO
- Ohio Supreme Court Rules on Three Data Center Petition Cases: Morning AgClips
- Greene County Commissioners approve Central State annexation: Xenia Daily Gazette
- US appeals court rules against Kalshi, says states can regulate prediction markets: Reuters
- Medina commemorates opening of new municipal court building on Public Square: Your Ohio News