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CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

May 29, 2026

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MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0604. Bahorek v. Franklin Cty. Bd. of Revision.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-164, 2026-Ohio-1523. On appellants’ motion to immediately stay the judgment of the Tenth District Court of Appeals. Motion granted.

Fischer, J., dissents.

2026-0606. Bahorek v. Franklin Cty. Bd. of Revision.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-164, 2026-Ohio-1523. On appellants’ motion to immediately stay the judgment of the Tenth District Court of Appeals. Motion granted.

Fischer, J., dissents.

2026-0607. Bahorek v. Franklin Cty. Bd. of Revision.

Franklin App. Nos. 25AP-10 through 25AP-64, 25AP-66 through 25AP-72, 25AP-76 through 25AP-81, 25AP-101 through 25AP-105, and 25AP-107 through 25AP-126, 2026-Ohio-1526. On appellants’ motion to immediately stay the judgment of the Tenth District Court of Appeals. Motion granted.

Fischer, J., dissents.

2026-0608. Bahorek v. Franklin Cty. Bd. of Revision.

Franklin App. Nos. 25AP-10 through 25AP-64, 25AP-66 through 25AP-72, 25AP-76 through 25AP-81, 25AP-101 through 25AP-105, and 25AP-107 through 25AP-126, 2026-Ohio-1526. On appellants’ motion to immediately stay the judgment of the Tenth District Court of Appeals. Motion granted.

Fischer, J., dissents.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

May 29, 2026

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MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0659. Bahorek v. Franklin Cty. Bd. of Revision.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-165, 2026-Ohio-1524. Sua sponte, appellees ordered to file a response, if any, to appellant’s motion to immediately stay the judgment of the Tenth District Court of Appeals no later than 12:00 p.m. on Monday, June 1, 2026. If appellees file a motion to dismiss, appellant shall file a response to the motion to dismiss, if any, no later than 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday June 3, 2026. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

2026-0660. Bahorek v. Franklin Cty. Bd. of Revision.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-165, 2026-Ohio-1524. Sua sponte, appellees ordered to file a response, if any, to appellant’s motion to immediately stay the judgment of the Tenth District Court of Appeals no later than 12:00 p.m. on Monday, June 1, 2026. If appellees file a motion to dismiss, appellant shall file a response to the motion to dismiss, if any, no later than 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday June 3, 2026. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

May 29, 2026

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MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-0814 and 2024-0815. Olentangy Local School Dist. Bd. of Edn. v. Delaware Cty. Bd. of Revision, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1963.

Delaware App. Nos. 23 CAE 09 0061 and 23 CAE 90 0057, 2024-Ohio-1566. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., dissents, with an opinion.

2024-1038. State v. Fraley, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1964.

Butler App. No. CA2023-12-125. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, J., concurs in judgment only, with an opinion.

Brunner, J., dissents, with an opinion.

2024-1770. State v. Bissell, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1965.

Cuyahoga App. No. 113158, 2024-Ohio-5317. Judgment reversed and cause remanded.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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DISCIPLINARY CASES

2026-0471. In re Resignation of Buzzelli.

On application for retirement or resignation of Russell A. Buzzelli, Attorney Registration No. 0038165, last known business address in Norton, Ohio. Application accepted as a resignation with disciplinary action pending.

Brunner, J., not participating.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

May 28, 2026

[Cite as 05/28/2026 Case Announcements #3, 2026-Ohio-1988.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0598. State ex rel. Brewer v. LaRose.

In Mandamus. On relator’s urgent motion to expedite briefing and for interim relief. Motion denied.

2026-0601. State ex rel. Brewer v. LaRose.

In Prohibition. On relator’s urgent motion to expedite briefing and for interim relief. Motion denied.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

May 28, 2026

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DISCIPLINARY CASES

2026-0457. Toledo Bar Assn. v. Harden.

Board of Professional Conduct, No. 2025-020. Samuel Roy Harden, Attorney Registration No. 0092115, last known business address in Toledo, Ohio, suspended from the practice of law for one year, stayed on conditions.

Fischer, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., dissent and would remand the matter to the board.

Richard L. Moore, J., of the First District Court of Appeals, sitting for Brunner, J.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

May 28, 2026

[Cite as 05/28/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-1955.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2025-0663. State ex rel. Javitch Block, L.L.C. v. Wollscheid, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1923.

In Prohibition, Mandamus, and Procedendo. On relators’ motion to certify the record. Motion denied. Writs denied.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-0850. State ex rel. Haydocy v. Ohio Pub. Emps. Retirement Sys., Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1928.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-432, 2025-Ohio-2056. On appellant’s motion to supplement the record. Motion denied. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0175. State v. Foster.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114642, 2025-Ohio-5626. On Aaron T. Baker’s motion to withdraw as counsel. Motion granted.

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2026-0518. In re H.W.

Franklin App. No. 26AP-48. On appellant’s motion for leave to file amended memorandum in support of jurisdiction. Motion granted. Appellant’s amended memorandum in support of jurisdiction deemed filed as of the date of the court’s entry.

2026-0574. In re Estate of Shurman.

Stark App. Nos. 2025CA00099 through 2025CA00102, 2026-Ohio-1343. On appellant’s motion to refer case to mediation. Motion denied.

DISCIPLINARY CASES

2026-0216. Cleveland Metro. Bar Assn. v. Hummel.

Sua sponte, Karen Lynn Hummel, Attorney Registration No. 0088982, last known business address in Chardon, Ohio, found in contempt for failure to file an affidavit of compliance on or before April 20, 2026.

2026-0217. Disciplinary Counsel v. McNamara.

Sua sponte, Walter James McNamara, Attorney Registration No. 0074570, last known business address in Columbus, Ohio, found in contempt for failure to file an affidavit of compliance on or before April 20, 2026.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

May 27, 2026

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MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2023-0270. State ex rel. Ctr. for Media & Democracy v. Yost, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1899.

Franklin App. No. 20AP-554, 2023-Ohio-364. Order vacated and cause remanded.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., dissents, with an opinion.

2025-0491. Posan v. Boyer, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1898.

Summit App. No. 31116, 2025-Ohio-529. Sua sponte, as to proposition of law No. I, judgment reversed and cause remanded for application of Hoskins v. Cleveland, 2026-Ohio-1225. Sua sponte, as to proposition of law No. II, appeal dismissed as having been improvidently accepted.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., concurs in part and dissents in part and would dismiss the cause as having been improvidently accepted as to both propositions of law.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0474. Evans v. Gardner.

Butler App. Nos. CA2025-02-020 and CA2025-02-021, 2026-Ohio-690. On motions for permission to appear pro hac vice of John C. Guin and Scott M. Ratchick. Motions granted. Pursuant to Gov.Bar R. XII(4), counsel shall file a

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notice of permission to appear pro hac vice with the Supreme Court’s Office of Attorney Services within 30 days.

MISCELLANEOUS DISMISSALS

2026-0350. State ex rel. Bates v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On relator’s application for dismissal. Application granted. Motions to dismiss of respondents Deputy Warden Kevin Shephard and Ohio Department of Rehabilitation denied as moot. Cause dismissed.

MEDIATION MATTERS

2026-0114. State ex rel. Back v. State Teachers Retirement Sys.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-138, 2025-Ohio-5644. Pursuant to R.C. 2710.06(B)(1), the court has been notified that the parties to this case have reached a settlement. The case is returned to the regular docket under Rule 19.01. Appellant shall file either an application for dismissal or a merit brief within 60 days. This case will be dismissed for want of prosecution if an application for dismissal or merit brief is not filed within 60 days.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

May 26, 2026

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MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0598. State ex rel. Brewer v. LaRose.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, respondent ordered to file a response, if any, to relator’s urgent motion to expedite briefing and for interim relief no later than 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

2026-0601. State ex rel. Brewer v. LaRose.

In Prohibition. Sua sponte, respondent ordered to file a response, if any, to relator’s urgent motion to expedite briefing and for interim relief no later than 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

May 26, 2026

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SLIP OPINIONS REPLACED BY OHIO OFFICIAL REPORTS VERSIONS

AS OF MAY 25, 2026

The official versions of the opinions listed below, which were previously released as slip opinions, were published in the May 25, 2026 Ohio Official Reports advance sheet. The Official Reports volume and initial page numbers are provided after the citation for reference.

2023-0469. Disciplinary Counsel v. Romer, 2026-Ohio-1117. (181 Ohio St.3d 1253)

2023-0772. State v. Jones, 2025-Ohio-5389. (181 Ohio St.3d 160)

2024-1586. State ex rel. Luikart v. Washington Court House, 2026-Ohio-111. (181 Ohio St.3d 177)

2025-0114. State ex rel. Whitfield v. Burkhart, 2025-Ohio-5612. (181 Ohio St.3d 169)

2025-1314. Medina Cty. Bar Assn. v. Hall, 2026-Ohio-629. (181 Ohio St.3d 183)

2025-1454. In re Resignation of Westfall, 2025-Ohio-5540. (181 Ohio St.3d 1242)

2026-0216. Cleveland Metro. Bar Assn. v. Hummel, 2026-Ohio-1245. (181 Ohio St.3d 1245)

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2026-0217. Disciplinary Counsel v. McNamara, 2026-Ohio-945. (181 Ohio St.3d 1248)

2026-0356. In re Graham, 2026-Ohio-1065. (181 Ohio St.3d 1251)

25-AP-095. In re Disqualification of Brown, 2025-Ohio-5889. (181 Ohio St.3d 1235)

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-1250. State ex rel. Yost v. Columbus City Schools Bd. of Edn., Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1878.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motion for leave to file rebuttal evidence. Motion granted. Respondent’s motion to file a rebuttal affidavit denied. Cause dismissed for lack of standing.

Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Deters, J., concurs, with an opinion joined by Fischer and DeWine, JJ.

Kennedy, C.J., concurs in part and dissents in part, with an opinion joined by Hawkins, J.

2024-1477. In re Application of Oak Run Solar Project, L.L.C., Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1849.

Power Siting Board, Nos. 22-549-EL-BGN and 22-550-EL-BTX. Orders affirmed in part and reversed in part and cause remanded.

Fischer, DeWine, and Deters, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., concurs in part and dissents in part, with an opinion.

Brunner, J., concurs in part and dissents in part, with an opinion.

Hawkins, J., concurs in part and dissents in part, with an opinion joined by Kennedy, C.J., and Shanahan, J.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0322. E.S. v. L.J.

Summit App. No. 31614, 2026-Ohio-900. On appellant’s motion for leave to file second revised memorandum in support of jurisdiction. Motion granted. Appellant’s second revised memorandum in support of jurisdiction deemed filed as of the date of the court’s entry.

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DISCIPLINARY CASES

2026-0541. In re Resignation of Yerman.

On application for retirement or resignation of John William Yerman Jr., Attorney Registration No. 0032242, last known business address in Toledo, Ohio. Application accepted as a resignation with disciplinary action pending.

Brunner, J., not participating.

2026-0573. In re Resignation of Henniger.

On application for retirement or resignation of Louis Jackson Henniger II, Attorney Registration No. 0029417, last known business address in Logan, Ohio. Application accepted as a resignation with disciplinary action pending.

Brunner, J., not participating.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

May 26, 2026

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MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2026-0446. State ex rel. Johnson v. Davis.

In Habeas Corpus. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2026-0462. State ex rel. Vincent v. Warden, London Corr. Inst.

In Habeas Corpus. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0232. State ex rel. McClendon v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motion for leave to file amended complaint. Motion granted. Sua sponte, alternative writ granted. The following schedule is set for the presentation of evidence and filing of briefs pursuant to Rule 12.05: The parties shall file any evidence they intend to present within 20 days of the court’s entry, relator shall file a brief within 30 days of the court’s entry, respondent shall file a brief within 20 days after the filing of relator’s brief, and relator may file a reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondent’s brief.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents in part and would deny the motion.

Fischer, J., dissents in part and would sua sponte dismiss the cause.

Hawkins and Shanahan, JJ., dissent and would deny the motion and sua sponte dismiss the cause.

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2026-0344. State v. Buchanan.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114948, 2025-Ohio-5348. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion granted. Appellant shall file a memorandum in support of jurisdiction within 30 days.

Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., dissent.

2026-0346. State v. Mitchell.

Hamilton App. No. C-260037. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

Fischer and Brunner, JJ., dissent.

Deters, J., not participating.

2026-0351. State v. Harris.

Hamilton App. No. C-170125. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

Deters, J., not participating.

2026-0352. State v. Sims.

Wood App. No. WD-24-075, 2025-Ohio-5827. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion granted. Appellant shall file a memorandum in support of jurisdiction within 30 days.

Hawkins, J., dissents.

2026-0367. State v. Crabtree.

Fairfield App. No. 2025 CA 0018, 2025-Ohio-5674. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion granted. Appellant shall file a memorandum in support of jurisdiction within 30 days.

Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., dissent.

2026-0407. State v. Patterson.

Ottawa App. No. OT-24-044, 2025-Ohio-5671. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

Fischer, J., dissents.

2026-0487. Lorain Cty. Pros. Atty. v. Williams.

Lorain App. No. 26CA000016. On appellant’s emergency motion to accept jurisdiction and for immediate relief. Motion denied.

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2026-0497. Grace v. Jack Thistledown Racino.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115574, 2026-Ohio-941. On appellant’s motion for a stay pending appeal. Motion denied.

2026-0508. State ex rel. Thompson v. Swenski.

In Prohibition. On relator’s emergency motion for immediate relief and memorandum in support. Motion denied.

Fischer, J., dissents.

APPEALS ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2026-0357. State v. Krouse.

Union App. No. 14-25-33, 2026-Ohio-409.

Fischer and Brunner, JJ., dissent.

2026-0456. State v. Dejournett.

Summit App. No. 31316, 2026-Ohio-640.

Kennedy, C.J., and Hawkins, J., dissent.

APPEALS NOT ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1596. State v. Martinez.

Madison App. No. CA2024-11-021.

2025-1609. State v. Mixon.

Muskingum App. No. CT2025-0021, 2025-Ohio-2970.

2025-1626. State v. Mitchell.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114545, 2025-Ohio-2772.

2026-0005. Scott v. Green.

Summit App. No. 31412.

2026-0095. State v. Bickerstaff.

Lucas App. No. L-25-00057, 2025-Ohio-4567.

2026-0197. State v. Tilton.

Lake App. Nos. 2025-L-016 and 2025-L-017, 2025-Ohio-5471.

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2026-0250. State v. Day.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114582, 2025-Ohio-5625.

2026-0260. State v. Perry.

Montgomery App. No. 30753.

2026-0261. State v. Grant.

Trumbull App. No. 2024-T-0095, 2025-Ohio-5095.

2026-0263. Reilly v. Rastegar.

Montgomery App. No. 30464, 2026-Ohio-208.

Fischer, J., dissents.

2026-0265. State v. Bell.

Montgomery App. No. 30545, 2026-Ohio-202.

2026-0266. Bruner Holdings, L.L.C. v. Sleeper.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-710.

2026-0267. State v. Haynik.

Cuyahoga App. No. 111769, 2025-Ohio-1363.

2026-0271. Albers v. Lyon.

Hamilton App. No. C-250017, 2026-Ohio-209.

Fischer and Deters, JJ., not participating.

2026-0272. State v. Frazier.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-49, 2025-Ohio-2992.

2026-0273. State v. Crenshaw.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115006, 2026-Ohio-186.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents and would hold the cause for the decision in 2025-0670, State v. Holliman.

Hawkins, J., dissents and would accept the appeal on proposition of law No. I and would hold the cause for the decision in Holliman.

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2026-0274. Boggs v. Durrani.

Hamilton App. Nos. C-250068, C-250072, and C-250275, 2026-Ohio-210.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents.

Fischer and Deters, JJ., not participating.

2026-0278. State ex rel. Johnson v. Swartz.

Lucas App. No. L-26-00001.

2026-0284. State v. Clemons.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115030, 2026-Ohio-257.

2026-0288. State v. Toler.

Butler App. No. CA2025-06-063, 2026-Ohio-222.

2026-0291. Henderson & Weatherly Co., L.P.A. v. Mokhtari.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115854.

2026-0295. State v. Lee.

Tuscarawas App. No. 2025 AP 04 0016, 2026-Ohio-299.

2026-0298. State v. Johnson.

Hamilton App. No. C-250220, 2026-Ohio-727.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents.

Fischer, J., dissents and would hold the cause for the decision in 2024-1050, State v. Striblin.

Deters, J., dissents and would hold the cause for the decisions in 2025-0504, State v. Barber, and 2025-0950, State v. Hall.

2026-0302. Whitney v. J.M. Smucker Co.

Summit App. Nos. 30713 and 30714

2026-0303. L.G. v. R.G.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115041, 2026-Ohio-258.

Fischer, J., dissents and would accept the appeal on proposition of law No. II.

2026-0304. Eagle Ridge Subdivision, Inc. v. Ott & Assoc. Co., L.P.A.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114907, 2026-Ohio-256.

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2026-0305. Howard Hanna v. Ford.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115086, 2025-Ohio-5524.

2026-0306. State v. Smith.

Belmont App. No. 24 BE 0058, 2026-Ohio-387.

DeWine, J., dissents and would accept the appeal on proposition of law No. I.

Deters, J., dissents and would summarily reverse the court of appeals’ judgment and remand the cause for reopening of the appeal because no signed waiver is included in the record, see State v. Pless, 1996-Ohio-102.

2026-0308. In re B.D.

Wayne App. No. 25AP0043, 2026-Ohio-306.

2026-0309. In re S.D.

Wayne App. No. 25AP0044, 2026-Ohio-306.

2026-0310. In re D.L.

Richland App. No. 2025 CA 00068, 2026-Ohio-295.

2026-0311. In re D.L.

Richland App. No. 2025 CA 00069, 2026-Ohio-296.

2026-0312. In re K.L.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115381, 2026-Ohio-266.

2026-0316. State v. Tucker.

Lorain App. No. 25CA012390.

2026-0317. State v. Kodger.

Huron App. No. H-24-036, 2026-Ohio-327.

2026-0320. In re Estate of Alibrando v. Minor.

Licking App. No. 2025 CA 00051, 2026-Ohio-133.

2026-0325. State v. George.

Columbiana App. No. 25 CO 0018, 2026-Ohio-324.

2026-0326. State v. Clavin.

Columbiana App. No. 25 CO 0019, 2026-Ohio-325.

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2026-0340. State v. Vicario.

Delaware App. No. 25-CAA-030021, 2025-Ohio-5406.

2026-0342. State v. Davis.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114914, 2026-Ohio-345.

2026-0343. Paeonian Ents., L.L.C. v. Fitworks Holding, L.L.C.

Hamilton App. No. C-250058, 2026-Ohio-379.

2026-0362. Euclid v. R.C.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115182, 2026-Ohio-457.

Kennedy, C.J., and Deters and Shanahan, JJ., dissent.

2026-0369. Highland Hills v. Safford.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115179, 2026-Ohio-456.

Fischer, J., dissents.

2026-0374. Rue v. Dir., Dept. of Job & Family Servs.

Butler App. No. CA2024-12-143.

2026-0388. W.A. Smith Fin., L.L.C. v. Doe.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114884, 2026-Ohio-184.

2026-0395. Wood v. Energex Power, Inc.

Muskingum App. No. CT2025-0111, 2026-Ohio-729.

2026-0423. State v. Gudino.

Summit App. No. 31353, 2026-Ohio-641.

RECONSIDERATION OF PRIOR DECISIONS

2024-1711. State ex rel. Zimmerman v. Avon Lake.

In Mandamus. Reported at 2026-Ohio-1090. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied. Relators’ motion for attorney fees denied.

2025-1694. Souare v. Guzzo.

Summit App. No. 31505, 2025-Ohio-5491. Reported at 2026-Ohio-1092. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied. Appellant’s motion to convert to

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mandatory jurisdiction and to vacate entry declining jurisdiction denied. Appellant’s request for filing guidance denied.

Brunner, J., dissents in part and would grant the request for filing guidance.

2026-0091. State v. Robertson.

Lawrence App. No. 25CA10, 2025-Ohio-5039. Reported at 2026-Ohio-846. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

Brunner, J., dissents.

DISCIPLINARY CASES

2026-0454. Disciplinary Counsel v. Dawson.

Board of Professional Conduct, No. 2025-018. James Matthew Dawson, Attorney Registration No. 0077359, last known business address in Newark, Ohio, suspended from the practice of law for one year, conditionally stayed.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, J., concurs but would add one year of monitoring as a condition.

Brunner, J., not participating.

2026-0458. Butler Cty. Bar Assn. v. Rolcik.

Board of Professional Conduct, No. 2025-031. Karen Ann Rolcik, Attorney Registration No. 0034641, last known business address in West Chester, Ohio, publicly reprimanded.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, J., dissents and would remand the cause to the board.

Brunner, J., not participating.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

May 26, 2026

[Cite as 05/26/2026 Case Announcements #3, 2026-Ohio-1912.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0598. State ex rel. Brewer v. LaRose.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, respondent ordered to file a response, if any, to relator’s urgent motion to expedite briefing and for interim relief no later than 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

2026-0601. State ex rel. Brewer v. LaRose.

In Prohibition. Sua sponte, respondent ordered to file a response, if any, to relator’s urgent motion to expedite briefing and for interim relief no later than 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

May 21, 2026

[Cite as 05/21/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-1848.]

MISCELLANEOUS DISMISSALS

2025-1388. State ex rel. Hall v. Moore.

In Mandamus. Relator has not filed a merit brief, due January 23, 2026, in compliance with the Rules of Practice of the Supreme Court of Ohio and therefore has failed to prosecute this cause with the requisite diligence. Cause dismissed.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

May 20, 2026

[Cite as 05/20/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-1819.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-0894. In re Chinn.

On respondent’s motion to purge contempt and affidavit of compliance. Motion granted.

DISCIPLINARY CASES

2023-0179. Disciplinary Counsel v. Shaaban.

On application for termination of probation by respondent, Omar Fahmi Shaaban, Attorney Registration No. 0085901, last known business address in Toledo, Ohio. Respondent has complied with Gov.Bar R. V(21)(D) and with this court’s order dated October 21, 2024, reinstating respondent to the practice of law and ordering him to serve an 18-month period of monitored probation. Probation of Omar Fahmi Shaaban terminated.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

May 19, 2026

[Cite as 05/19/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-1817.]

MEDIATION MATTERS

2025-1341. State ex rel. Daniels v. Hinkston.

Hamilton App. No. C-240688, 2025-Ohio-3058. Pursuant to R.C. 2710.06(B)(1), the court has been notified that the parties to this case have reached a settlement. The case is returned to the regular docket under Rule 19.01. Appellant shall file either an application for dismissal or a notice of failure of settlement within 60 days. The case will be dismissed for want of prosecution if an application for dismissal or a notice of failure of settlement is not filed within 60 days.

2026-0597. State ex rel. Stark Cty. Bd. of Commrs. v. Stark Cty. Court of Common Pleas.

In Prohibition. The court refers this case to mediation under Rule 19.01 and stays all filing deadlines for this case until further order of this court. The court will not issue any decision on the merits of this case until mediation has concluded.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

May 18, 2026

[Cite as 05/18/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-1804.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

In re Bozsik.

On June 4, 2008, this court found Steven A. Bozsik to be a vexatious litigator under Rule 4.03(B) in State ex rel. Bozsik v. Ninth Dist. Court of Appeals Judges, 2008-Ohio-2595. On Bozsik’s application for leave to commence a complaint for a writ of procedendo. Application denied.

DISCIPLINARY CASES

2026-0164. Lorain Cty. Bar Assn. v. Baker.

Board of Professional Conduct, No. 2025-014. On respondent’s motion for continuance. Motion denied.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

May 15, 2026

[Cite as 05/15/2026 Case Announcements #2, 2026-Ohio-1801.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1240. In re Application of Ohio Power Co.

Public Utilities Commission, No. 25-133-EL-AEC. Sua sponte, cause consolidated for oral argument with case No. 2025-1241.

Deters, J., not participating.

2025-1241. In re Application of Ohio Power Co.

Public Utilities Commission, No. 25-134-EL-AEC. Sua sponte, cause consolidated for oral argument with case No. 2025-1240.

Deters, J., not participating.

APPEALS NOT ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2026-0333. Carrington Mtge. Servs., L.L.C. v. Israel.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115296, 2026-Ohio-839. Appellant’s original, second, and revised emergency motions for stay of sheriff’s sale denied. Appellant’s motion to strike unredacted filing denied. Appellant’s motion for emergency sealing denied. Appellant’s "motion to strike appellee’s late memorandum and moot response" denied.

Brunner, J., would deny as moot the motion to strike unredacted filing and the motion for emergency sealing.

Deters, J., would deny as moot the revised emergency motion for stay.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

May 15, 2026

[Cite as 05/15/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-1786.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0595. In re R.C.

Union App. Nos. 14-25-40 and 14-25-41, 2026-Ohio-1244. Appellants’ memorandum in support of jurisdiction fails to comply with Rule 7.02(B)(1) (a memorandum "shall not exceed fifteen numbered pages, exclusive of the table of contents, the signature block, and the certificate of service"). Sua sponte, pages 16 through 20 of the memorandum in support of jurisdiction, exclusive of the signature block and certificate of service, stricken.

2026-0604. Bahorek v. Franklin Cty. Bd. of Revision.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-164, 2026-Ohio-1523. Sua sponte, appellees ordered to file a response, if any, to appellants’ motion to immediately stay the judgment of the Tenth District Court of Appeals no later than 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 21, 2026. If appellees file a motion to dismiss, appellants shall file a response to the motion, if any, no later than 12:00 p.m. on Friday, May 22, 2026. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

2026-0606. Bahorek v. Franklin Cty. Bd. of Revision.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-164, 2026-Ohio-1523. Sua sponte, appellees ordered to file a response, if any, to appellants’ motion to immediately stay the judgment of the Tenth District Court of Appeals no later than 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 21, 2026. If appellees file a motion to dismiss, appellants shall file a response to the motion, if any, no later than 12:00 p.m. on Friday, May 22, 2026. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

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2026-0607. Bahorek v. Franklin Cty. Bd. of Revision.

Franklin App. Nos. 25AP-10 through 25AP-64, 25AP-66 through 25AP-72, 25AP-76 through 25AP-81, 25AP-101 through 25AP-105, and 25AP-107 through 25AP-126, 2026-Ohio-1526. Sua sponte, appellees ordered to file a response, if any, to appellants’ motion to immediately stay the judgment of the Tenth District Court of Appeals no later than 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 21, 2026. If appellees file a motion to dismiss, appellants shall file a response to the motion, if any, no later than 12:00 p.m. on Friday, May 22, 2026. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

2026-0608. Bahorek v. Franklin Cty. Bd. of Revision.

Franklin App. Nos. 25AP-10 through 25AP-64, 25AP-66 through 25AP-72, 25AP-76 through 25AP-81, 25AP-101 through 25AP-105, and 25AP-107 through 25AP-126, 2026-Ohio-1526. Sua sponte, appellees ordered to file a response, if any, to appellants’ motion to immediately stay the judgment of the Tenth District Court of Appeals no later than 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 21, 2026. If appellees file a motion to dismiss, appellants shall file a response to the motion, if any, no later than 12:00 p.m. on Friday, May 22, 2026. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

May 4, 2026

[Cite as 05/04/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-1596.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

In re Tingler.

On March 2, 2023, this court found Charles Tingler to be a vexatious litigator under Rule 4.03(B) in State ex rel. Tingler v. Franklin Cty. Prosecutor’s Office, 2023-Ohio-640, and State ex rel. Tingler v. Franklin Cty. Prosecutor’s Office, 2023-Ohio-641 (case Nos. 2022-1612 and 2022-1624). On Tingler’s motion for leave to proceed. Motion denied.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

May 4, 2026

[Cite as 05/04/2026 Case Announcements #2, 2026-Ohio-1613.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2026-0531. State ex rel. Hill v. LaRose, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1601.

In Mandamus. On relator’s emergency motion for expedited-election-related order. Motion denied. Respondent’s motion to dismiss granted and complaint dismissed to the extent it seeks relief in mandamus. Sua sponte, complaint dismissed to the extent it seeks a declaratory judgment and a prohibitory injunction. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, J., concurs in judgment only.

Brunner, J., concurs in judgment only, with an opinion.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

May 5, 2026

[Cite as 05/05/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-1621.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1708. Sheldon v. Ohio Assn. of Pub. School Emps.

Carroll App. No. 25 CA 0985, 2025-Ohio-5210. On motions for permission to appear pro hac vice of Jacob Karabell and Derrick C. Rice. Motions granted. Pursuant to Gov.Bar R. XII(4), counsel shall file a notice of permission to appear pro hac vice with the Supreme Court’s Office of Attorney Services within 30 days.

2026-0387. Nippon Steel N. Am., Inc. v. Russo.

In Prohibition. On motions for permission to appear pro hac vice of David B. Hennes, Alexander B. Simkin, Andrew S. Todres, Jonathan Moses, and Meher Babbar. Motions granted. Pursuant to Gov.Bar R. XII(4), counsel shall file a notice of permission to appear pro hac vice with the Supreme Court’s Office of Attorney Services within 30 days.

2026-0405. Roesel v. DQ Dream Properties, L.L.C.

Butler App. No. CA2024-10-121, 2026-Ohio-608. On appellant DQ Dream Properties, L.L.C.’s motion for leave to file as an appellee in response to appellant Tanya Roesel’s memorandum in support of jurisdiction. Appellant DQ Dream Properties, L.L.C., granted leave to file a memorandum in response to appellant Tanya Roesel’s memorandum in support of jurisdiction and DQ Dream Properties, L.L.C.’s memorandum in response deemed filed as of the date of the court’s entry.

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MISCELLANEOUS DISMISSALS

2025-1658. State ex rel. McCormack v. Ashtabula Cty. Med. Ctr.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-270, 2025-Ohio-5151. On appellant’s "notice of dismissal with prejudice." Notice granted. Cause dismissed.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

May 6, 2026

[Cite as 05/06/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-1637.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1510. State ex rel. Yost v. Cent. Tobacco & Stuff, Inc.

Delaware App. No. 24 CAE 11 0103. On appellee’s motion for leave to file corrected merit brief. Motion denied as moot because leave is not required under Rule 3.13(B). Sua sponte, appellee’s corrected merit brief deemed filed as of May 4, 2026.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

April 30, 2026

[Cite as 04/30/2026 Case Announcements #2, 2026-Ohio-1566.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0465. State ex rel. Young Star Academy, L.L.C. v. Moretti.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, respondent ordered to file a response to relators’ second amended complaint no later than Monday, May 4, 2026. If respondent files a motion to dismiss or a motion for judgment on the pleadings pursuant to Rule 12.04, relators shall file a response to the motion, if any, no later than Wednesday, May 6, 2026. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

April 30, 2026

[Cite as 04/30/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-1546.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2023-1614. State v. Morris, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1519.

Hamilton App. No. C-230108, 2023-Ohio-4105. Judgment reversed and cause remanded to the trial court.

DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents, with an opinion joined by Lanzinger, J., and by Brunner, J., except for Part II.

Jill Flagg Lanzinger, J., of the Ninth District Court of Appeals, sitting for Fischer, J.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

April 29, 2026

[Cite as 04/29/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-1534.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1510. State ex rel. Yost v. Cent. Tobacco & Stuff, Inc.

Delaware App. No. 24 CAE 11 0103, 2025-Ohio-4613. On motion for permission to appear pro hac vice of Eric N. Heyer. Motion granted. Pursuant to Gov.Bar R. XII(4), counsel shall file a notice of permission to appear pro hac vice with the Supreme Court’s Office of Attorney Services within 30 days.

2026-0279. State ex rel. Cowan v. Third Dist. Court of Appeals.

In Mandamus and Procedendo. On relator’s motion to strike respondents’ motion to dismiss. Motion to strike denied. Sua sponte, relator permitted to file a response to respondents’ motion to dismiss within ten days of the court’s entry.

2026-0321. Cotten v. Chambers-Smith.

In Quo Warranto. Sua sponte, it is ordered that within 14 days, relator shall submit a request for issuance of an additional summons at an alternative address or show cause why this case should not be dismissed for failure to perfect service.

2026-0465. State ex rel. Young Star Academy, L.L.C. v. Moretti.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, relator’s complaint and amended complaint ordered sealed under Sup.R. 45(E)(1). Sua sponte, relator ordered to submit an amended complaint that omits or redacts any personal identifying information of facility residents in accordance with Rule 3.13 and Sup.R. 45(D).

2026-0474. Evans v. Gardner.

Butler App. Nos. CA2025-02-020 and CA2025-02-021, 2026-Ohio-690. On motion for permission to appear pro hac vice of Anthony Cillo. Motion granted.

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Pursuant to Gov.Bar R. XII(4), counsel shall file a notice of permission to appear pro hac vice with the Supreme Court’s Office of Attorney Services within 30 days.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

April 28, 2026

[Cite as 04/28/2026 Case Announcements #3, 2026-Ohio-1536.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0531. State ex rel. Hill v. LaRose.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, respondent ordered to file a response to relator’s complaint and emergency motion for expedited-election-related order no later than 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. If respondent files a motion to dismiss, relator shall file a response to the motion no later than 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 30, 2026. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

April 28, 2026

[Cite as 04/28/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-1471.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2025-1545. State ex rel. Koeberer v. Weir.

In Mandamus. On relator’s request for oral hearing. Request denied as moot. Motions to dismiss of respondents Robert E. Weir and Zachary B. Pyers granted. Respondents Robert R. Dunn and Brittany P. Stephen’s motion for sanctions against relator’s counsel denied. Sua sponte, cause dismissed as to remaining respondents. Relator’s first amended motion for court-ordered mediation to determine real parties in interest and to resolve splintered jurisdiction denied as moot. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., would deny the motion on the merits.

2026-0299. State ex rel. Williams v. Lorain Cty. Court of Common Pleas, Domestic Relations Div.

In Mandamus and Procedendo. On relator’s requests for alternative writ and immediate consideration. Requests denied. Respondents’ motions to dismiss amended complaint granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0190. In re Application of Souare v. Eans.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On emergency motion for immediate order directing Stow Municipal Court to return driver’s license. Motion denied.

2026-0233. State v. Oliver.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114983, 2025-Ohio-5856. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion granted. Appellant shall file a memorandum in support of jurisdiction within 30 days.

Fischer, Deters, and Shanahan, JJ., dissent.

2026-0248. State v. Fips.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114342. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2026-0251. State v. Bowen.

Madison App. No. CA2025-11-029. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion granted. Appellant shall file a memorandum in support of jurisdiction within 30 days.

Kennedy, C.J., and Deters, J., dissent.

2026-0255. State v. Gibson.

Licking App. No. 25-CA-00018, 2025-Ohio-5497. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion granted. Appellant shall file a memorandum in support of jurisdiction within 30 days.

2026-0276. State v. Akins.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114971, 2025-Ohio-5632. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion granted. Appellant shall file a memorandum in support of jurisdiction within 30 days.

DeWine, Deters, and Shanahan, JJ., dissent.

2026-0318. State v. Reese.

Mahoning App. No. 25 MA 0062, 2025-Ohio-5494. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion granted. Appellant shall file a memorandum in support of jurisdiction within 30 days.

DeWine, Deters, and Hawkins, JJ., dissent.

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APPEALS ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2026-0198. Yoby v. Cleveland.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114890, 2025-Ohio-5853.

Brunner, J., dissents.

APPEALS NOT ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2026-0051. Burgett v. SD Orrville, L.L.C.

Wayne App. No. 25AP0002, 2025-Ohio-5837.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents.

2026-0127. State v. Diallo.

Franklin App. No. 23AP-496, 2025-Ohio-5812.

2026-0141. Matola v. Mathews Local School Dist. Bd. of Edn.

Trumbull App. Nos. 2025-T-0021 and 2025-T-0022, 2025-Ohio-5717.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents.

2026-0144. State v. Sawyer.

Hamilton App. No. C-250158, 2025-Ohio-5834.

2026-0146. State v. Tapia.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-761. Appellant’s motion for appointment of counsel denied.

Brunner, J., would deny the motion as moot.

2026-0149. State v. Anderson.

Lucas App. No. L-24-1271, 2025-Ohio-5732.

Fischer, J., dissents.

2026-0151. State v. Lytle.

Ross App. No. 24CA30, 2025-Ohio-4702.

DeWine, J., dissents and would summarily reverse the court of appeals’ judgment under Rule 7.08(B)(3).

2026-0153. State v. Bratton.

Allen App. No. 1-25-27, 2025-Ohio-5683.

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2026-0154. Priddy v. Kline.

Trumbull App. No. 2025-T-0031, 2025-Ohio-5718.

Fischer and Brunner, JJ., dissent.

2026-0155. State v. Shine-Johnson.

Franklin App. No. 17AP-194, 2018-Ohio-3347.

2026-0159. Casey v. Yasnowski.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-721.

2026-0162. State v. Vendler.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115856.

2026-0163. Bedford Hts. v. Reynolds.

Cuyahoga App. No. 116015.

2026-0168. State v. Smith.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-276, 2025-Ohio-5742.

2026-0170. Feasby v. Garza.

Paulding App. No. 11-25-09, 2025-Ohio-5786.

2026-0172. State v. McFarland.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114733, 2025-Ohio-5850.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2026-0173. Zuber Crossing, L.L.C. v. Clark Cty. Bd. of Revision.

Clark App. No. 2025-CA-53, 2025-Ohio-5871.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents.

2026-0176. State v. Hatton.

Pickaway App. No. 24CA-7.

DeWine, J., dissents.

2026-0177. Souare v. Tiltscher.

Summit App. No. 31516, 2026-Ohio-437.

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2026-0178. Boler v. Rittman.

Wayne App. No. 25AP0010, 2025-Ohio-5780.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents.

Brunner, J., dissents and would accept the appeal on proposition of law No. 3.

2026-0179. State v. Byrd.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115014, 2025-Ohio-5857.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2026-0181. Jones v. Jones.

Montgomery App. No. 30508, 2026-Ohio-5.

2026-0182. State v. Hall.

Clark App. No. 2024-CA-68, 2025-Ohio-5870.

2026-0185. State v. Paniagua.

Madison App. No. CA2025-03-009, 2025-Ohio-5800.

2026-0186. Booth v. Lazzara.

Warren App. No. CA2025-05-038, 2026-Ohio-225.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, J., dissent.

2026-0187. Storm Kings, L.L.C. v. Shumaker.

Summit App. No. 31437, 2025-Ohio-5845.

Fischer, J., dissents.

2026-0189. State v. Smith.

Hamilton App. No. C-250290.

2026-0191. State v. Jordan.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115131, 2025-Ohio-5859.

2026-0192. State v. Harrell.

Clark App. No. 2024-CA-62, 2026-Ohio-54.

2026-0194. State v. Smith.

Montgomery App. No. 30538, 2026-Ohio-144.

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2026-0196. State v. Reynolds.

Franklin App. No. 23AP-558, 2025-Ohio-5813.

2026-0201. Mahbub v. Mahbub.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-586, 2025-Ohio-5867.

2026-0204. State v. Pitts.

Lucas App. No. L-24-1050, 2025-Ohio-2030.

2026-0215. State v. Garrett.

Hamilton App. No. C-240463, 2026-Ohio-49.

Fischer and Deters, JJ., not participating.

2026-0221. Zumbar v. Kennedy.

Stark App. No. 2025CA00163.

2026-0234. State v. Diaz.

Lake App. No. 2024-L-077, 2025-Ohio-2924.

2026-0239. Wilmington Sav. Fund Soc., FSB v. Cordelia.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115083, 2025-Ohio-5764. Appellee’s motion to dismiss appeal denied as moot. Appellant’s motion for stay of execution pending appeal denied.

Kennedy, C.J., would deny the motion to dismiss on the merits.

Brunner, J., would grant the motion to dismiss.

2026-0314. State v. Kennedy.

Stark App. No. 2025CA00097, 2026-Ohio-442.

RECONSIDERATION OF PRIOR DECISIONS

2025-0743. State ex rel. Mason v. Basinger.

Allen App. No. 1-24-73. Reported at 2026-Ohio-638. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-1014. State ex rel. Patterson v. Starn.

Hancock App. No. 5-25-05. Reported at 2026-Ohio-627. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

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2025-1260. Deutsche Bank Natl. Trust Co. v. Pinkston.

Richland App. No. 2025CA0030, 2025-Ohio-3178. Reported at 2026-Ohio-721. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied. Appellant’s motion to strike all appellee filings for failure of service. Motion denied.

Deters, J., would deny the motion to strike as moot.

2025-1436. Lockhart v. Anick.

Lucas App. No. L-24-1174, 2025-Ohio-4496. Reported at 2026-Ohio-475. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-1502. Stephens v. Spahn.

Madison App. No. CA2024-11-022, 2025-Ohio-4509. Reported at 2026-Ohio-475. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2025-1560. In re A.B.

Miami App. No. 2025-CA-24, 2025-Ohio-4771. Reported at 2026-Ohio-617. On motion for reconsideration and request for oral argument. Motion and request denied.

2025-1564. Porach v. Cleveland Clinic Found.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114364, 2025-Ohio-2522. Reported at 2026-Ohio-475. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-1570. Afriyie v. United States Postal Serv.

Miscellaneous case. Reported at 2026-Ohio-548. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-1632. Manning v. Cuyahoga Metro. Hous. Auth.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114429, 2025-Ohio-4751. Reported at 2026-Ohio-475. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-1648. State ex rel. Johnson v. Cook.

In Habeas Corpus. Reported at 2026-Ohio-475. On revised motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-1649. State ex rel. Johnson v. Cook.

In Prohibition. Reported at 2026-Ohio-616. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

April 28, 2026

[Cite as 04/28/2026 Case Announcements #2, 2026-Ohio-1521.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-0303. In re L.E.S., Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1449.

Hamilton App. Nos. C-220430 and C-220436, 2024-Ohio-165. Judgment reversed and cause remanded.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., concurs in judgment only, with an opinion.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1417. State ex rel. Schaffer v. Butler Cty. Sheriff’s Office.

In Mandamus. On motion to strike of respondents Butler County Sheriff’s Office and Combined Public Communications, L.L.C. Motion denied. Sua sponte, respondents permitted to file a response to relator’s application for reconsideration within ten days of the court’s entry.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

April 27, 2026

[Cite as 04/27/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-1498.]

SLIP OPINIONS REPLACED BY OHIO OFFICIAL REPORTS VERSIONS

AS OF APRIL 27, 2026

The official versions of the opinions listed below, which were previously released as slip opinions, are being published in the April 27, 2026 Ohio Official Reports advance sheet. The Official Reports volume and initial page numbers are provided after the citation for reference.

2023-1218. State ex rel. Brown v. Columbiana Cty. Jail, 2025-Ohio-5280. (181 Ohio St.3d 47)

2023-1448 and 2023-1588. Ashland Global Holdings, Inc. v. SuperAsh Remainderman, Ltd. Partnership, 2025-Ohio-2835. (181 Ohio St.3d 36)

2024-0325. State ex rel. Platt v. Montgomery Cty. Bd. of Elections, 2026-Ohio-480. (181 Ohio St.3d 87)

2024-1585. State ex rel. Henderson v. Washington Court House, 2026-Ohio-110. (181 Ohio St.3d 57)

2025-0262. State ex rel. Boddy v. Xenia Community City School Dist. Bd. of Edn., 2026-Ohio-164. (181 Ohio St.3d 67)

2025-1000. Disciplinary Counsel v. Wilson, 2026-Ohio-165. (181 Ohio St.3d 79)

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2026-0088. In re Resignation of Weisman, 2026-Ohio-502. (181 Ohio St.3d 1209)

2026-0183. In re Salters, 2026-Ohio-504. (181 Ohio St.3d 1212)

MISCELLANEOUS DISMISSALS

2026-0499. State ex rel. Steinhelfer v. Sullivan.

In Mandamus. On relator’s application for dismissal. Application granted. Cause dismissed.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

April 22, 2026

[Cite as 04/22/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-1439.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-0207. In re Complaint of Ohio Power Co. v. Nationwide Energy Partners, L.L.C., Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1406.

Public Utilities Commission, No. 21-990-EL-CSS. Orders reversed and cause remanded.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Boyle, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., concurs in judgment only.

Mary J. Boyle, J., of the Eighth District Court of Appeals, sitting for Deters, J.

2024-0951. State v. J.B., Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1405.

Hamilton App. Nos. C-230500 and C-230502 through C-230505, 2024-Ohio-1879. Judgment reversed in part.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., concurs in part and dissents in part, with an opinion.

MEDIATION MATTERS

2026-0034. State ex rel. Potelicki v. Zoar.

In Mandamus. The court returns this case to the regular docket under Rule 19.01. Respondent shall file a response to the complaint within 21 days of the court’s entry.

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2026-0432. State ex rel. Kurtz v. Indus. Comm.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-395, 2026-Ohio-824. The court refers this case to mediation under Rule 19.01 and stays all filing deadlines for this case until further order of this court. The court will not issue any decision on the merits of this case until mediation has concluded.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

April 23, 2026

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MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-0352. State v. Hill, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1427.

Trumbull App. No. 2023-T-0039, 2023-Ohio-4486. Judgment reversed and cause remanded.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., concurs, with an opinion.

Deters, J., concurs, with an opinion.

2024-1542. State ex rel. Howard v. Chief Inspector’s Office, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1428.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motion to strike. Motion denied as moot. Writ and relator’s requests for statutory damages and court costs denied.

Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., concurs in part and dissents in part, with an opinion joined by Brunner, J.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1103 and 2025-1210. State v. Dowell.

Hamilton App. No. C-240712, 2025-Ohio-2425. On motion of amicus curiae, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, to participate in oral argument. Motion granted. Amicus curiae shall share the time allotted to appellee.

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2026-0299. State ex rel. Williams v. Lorain Cty. Court of Common Pleas, Domestic Relations Div.

In Mandamus and Procedendo. Sua sponte, relator’s amended combined opposition to motion to dismiss and amended request for alternative writ stricken as untimely filed pursuant to this court’s March 26, 2026 entry.

2026-0497. Grace v. Jack Thistledown Racino.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115574, 2026-Ohio-941. Appellant’s memorandum in support of jurisdiction fails to comply with Rule 7.02(B)(1), (a memorandum "shall not exceed fifteen numbered pages, exclusive of the table of contents, the signature block, and the certificate of service"). Sua sponte, page 19 of the memorandum in support of jurisdiction stricken.

MISCELLANEOUS DISMISSALS

2026-0353. State ex rel. Coalition of Concerned Voters of Ohio, L.L.C. v. LaRose.

In Mandamus. On relator’s application for dismissal. Application granted. Respondent’s motion to dismiss denied as moot. Cause dismissed.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

April 23, 2026

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MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1641. Caradimitropoulo v. Kruse.

Certified Question of State Law, United States District Court, Southern District of Ohio, Eastern Division, No. 2:23-cv-3969. On review pursuant to Rule 9.05(B). The court will answer the following questions: (1) "What is the standard for determining whether a court-appointed receiver is entitled to immunity against a personal-capacity negligence claim?" and (2) "What is the standard for determining whether a court-appointed receiver is entitled to immunity against a personal-capacity fiduciary-duty claim?"

Brunner, J., dissents.

Hawkins, J., not participating.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

April 24, 2026

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MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-0776. NC Ents., L.L.C. v. Norfolk & W. Ry. Co., Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1429.

Summit App. No. 30652, 2024-Ohio-1454. Judgment reversed and cause remanded to the trial court.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, J., dissents.

Brunner, J., dissents, with an opinion.

MISCELLANEOUS DISMISSALS

2025-0107. State ex rel. ClubCorp Holdings, Inc. v. Ohio Dept. of Commerce, Div. of Unclaimed Funds.

In Mandamus. On relator’s application for dismissal without prejudice. Application granted. Cause dismissed.

2026-0283. State v. Cheza.

Mahoning App. No. 24 MA 0105, 2025-Ohio-3127. On appellant’s motion to withdraw notice of appeal. Motion granted. Appellant’s motion for delayed appeal denied as moot. Cause dismissed.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

April 14, 2026

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DISCIPLINARY CASES

2026-0057. Disciplinary Counsel v. Hine.

Sua sponte, Katherine Hine, Attorney Registration No. 0052217, last known business address in Chillicothe, Ohio, found in contempt for failure to file an affidavit of compliance on or before March 9, 2026.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

April 14, 2026

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MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0333. Carrington Mtge. Servs., L.L.C. v. Israel.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115296, 2026-Ohio-839. Sua sponte, appellee ordered to file a response, if any, to appellant’s "second request emergency motion for stay of execution and sale pending jurisdictional review and final disposition" no later than 3:00 p.m. on Friday, April 17, 2026. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

2026-0465. State ex. rel. Young Star Academy, L.L.C. v. Moretti.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, respondent ordered to file a response to the complaint and relator’s motion for peremptory writ in the first instance and motion for expedited consideration and expedited briefing no later than Monday, April 20, 2026. If respondent files a motion to dismiss or a motion for judgment on the pleadings pursuant to Rule 12.04, relator shall file a response to the motion, if any, no later than Thursday, April 23, 2026. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

April 15, 2026

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MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0468. State ex rel. Leneghan v. Delaware Cty. Bd. of Elections.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, it is ordered that the following schedule is set for the filing of the answer, evidence, and briefs: Respondents shall file an answer to the complaint no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, April 17, 2026; relator shall file evidence and a merit brief no later than 4:00 p.m. on Monday, April 20, 2026; respondents shall file evidence and a merit brief no later than 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 22, 2026; and relator may file a reply brief no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, April 24, 2026. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

April 15, 2026

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MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0468. State ex rel. Leneghan v. Delaware Cty. Bd. of Elections.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, it is ordered that the following schedule is set for the filing of the answer, evidence, and briefs: Respondents shall file an answer to the complaint no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, April 17, 2026; relator shall file evidence and a merit brief no later than 4:00 p.m. on Monday, April 20, 2026; respondents shall file evidence and a merit brief no later than 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 22, 2026; and relator may file a reply brief no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, April 24, 2026. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

April 15, 2026

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MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0468. State ex rel. Leneghan v. Delaware Cty. Bd. of Elections.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, parties ordered to file a response, if any, to Velva Dunn’s motion for leave to intervene as respondent no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, April 17, 2026. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

April 3, 2026

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MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-0522. State v. Reed, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1174.

Fairfield App. No. 2023 CA 00012, 2024-Ohio-43. Judgment reversed and trial court’s judgment and sentence reinstated.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., dissents, with an opinion.

2025-0922. State ex rel. Columbus City Schools, Columbus Bd. of Edn. v. Brookbank-Mizer, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1175.

Franklin App. No. 23AP-111, 2025-Ohio-2234. Judgment reversed and limited writ granted.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-0960. State ex rel. Sandy v. Spatny, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1176.

In Mandamus. Writ denied.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

April 7, 2026

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MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2023-1001. State v. Fips, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1207.

Cuyahoga App. No. 111900, 2023-Ohio-2295. Judgment reversed and cause remanded.

DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., concurs in judgment only, with an opinion.

Fischer, J., dissents and would dismiss the appeal as having been improvidently accepted.

2025-0965. State ex rel. Quinn v. Rastatter, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1208.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motion for judicial notice. Motion granted. Relator’s request for a writ granted in part, denied in part, and denied as moot in part.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-0973. State ex rel. Stokes v. Combs, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1209.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-129, 2025-Ohio-2132. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

April 8, 2026

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MEDIATION MATTERS

2025-0107. State ex rel. ClubCorp Holdings, Inc. v. Ohio Dept. of Commerce, Div. of Unclaimed Funds.

In Mandamus. The court returns this case to the regular docket under Rule 19.01. Respondent shall file a response to the complaint within 21 days of the court’s entry.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

April 8, 2026

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MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2019-0500. Columbus Bar Assn. v. Armengau, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1230.

Board of Professional Conduct, No. 2014-087. Javier Horacio Armengau of Columbus, Ohio, Attorney Registration No. 0069776, permanently disbarred.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Sutton, Deters, Epley, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Betty S. Sutton, J., of the Ninth District Court of Appeals, sitting for Brunner, J.

Christopher B. Epley, J., of the Second District Court of Appeals, sitting for Hawkins, J.

2023-1344. Hoskins v. Cleveland, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1225.

Cuyahoga App. No. 112095, 2023-Ohio-3149. Judgment reversed and cause remanded to the trial court.

DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., concurs, with an opinion.

Fischer, J., concurs in judgment only.

Brunner, J., dissents, with an opinion.

2025-0974. McIntyre v. May, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1231.

Richland App. No. 2025 CA 0040. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2025-1536. State ex rel. Bergsma v. Union Cty. Court of Common Pleas.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motions to excuse respondent’s counsel. Motions denied. Relator’s motion to seal and motion to seal court record from public view and provide respondent’s counsel with copies denied. Respondent’s motion to dismiss granted. Relator’s "motion to prohibit illegal correspondence in the courts of Ohio" denied. Respondent’s renewed motions to strike denied. Relator’s motion for a court hearing denied as moot. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, Brunner, and Deters, JJ., concur.

DeWine and Hawkins, JJ., concur but would deny relator’s motion for a court hearing on the merits.

Shanahan, J., concurs in part and dissents in part and would grant relator’s motion to seal and motion to seal court record from public view and provide respondent’s counsel with copies would deny relator’s motion for a court hearing on the merits.

2025-1573. State ex rel. Hill v. Warren.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Brunner, Deters, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer and Hawkins, JJ., concur but would sua sponte dismiss the cause for lack of a clear legal right.

2025-1574. Koeberer v. Brown.

In Prohibition. On motion to dismiss of respondents Franklin County Court of Common Pleas Judge Chris M. Brown and Magistrate Megan Jewett. Motion granted. Relator’s motion to consolidate cases denied as moot. Sua sponte, cause dismissed as to remaining respondents. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1612. State ex rel. Smith v. State.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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2025-1646. State ex rel. Snyder v. Perry Cty. Court of Common Pleas.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Relator’s "follow up to mandamus" denied as moot. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, Brunner, Deters, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

DeWine and Hawkins, JJ., would deny relator’s motion on the merits.

2025-1657. State ex rel. Griffin v. Hill.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1699. State ex rel. Spencer v. Cline.

In Mandamus. On motion to dismiss of respondent Vinton County Municipal Court Clerk Sabrina Cline. Motion granted. Respondent Sabrina Cline’s motion to declare relator a vexatious litigator denied. Sua sponte, cause dismissed as to respondent Vinton County Court Judge Jeffrey Griffith. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine and Hawkins, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., concurs in part and dissents in part and would deny the motion to dismiss and issue an alternative writ as to respondent Sabrina Cline.

Fischer, Deters, and Shanahan, JJ., concur in part and dissent in part and would grant the motion to declare relator a vexatious litigator.

2025-1700. State ex rel. Williams v. Goering.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, and Hawkins, JJ., concur.

Shanahan, J., concurs but would sua sponte dismiss the cause as moot.

Deters, J., not participating.

2025-1707. State ex rel. Hagens v. Tepe.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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2025-1712. State ex rel. Fuller v. Fifth Dist. Court of Appeals.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2026-0002. State ex rel. Schnitker v. Abraham.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. Cause dismissed pursuant to Rule 12.04.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, and Hawkins, JJ., concur.

Shanahan, J., dissents and would issue an alternative writ.

2026-0007. State ex rel. Railey v. Shanahan.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, and Hawkins, JJ., concur.

Shanahan, J., not participating.

2026-0008. State ex rel. Taylor v. Ballard.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s revised motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2026-0020. Khamisi v. Hamilton Cty. Court of Common Pleas.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. Cause dismissed pursuant to Rule 12.04.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Brunner, Deters, and Hawkins, JJ., concur.

Fischer and Shanahan, JJ., not participating.

2026-0021. State ex rel. Dunaway v. Wallace.

In Prohibition. On relator’s requests for service. Motions denied as moot. Respondent’s motion to dismiss granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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2026-0033. State ex rel. Johnson v. Meyers.

In Mandamus. On respondents’ motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents and would order respondents to file an answer and would issue an alternative writ.

2026-0035. State ex rel. Townsend v. Mazzone.

In Procedendo. On respondents’ motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2026-0047. State ex rel. Amir v. Cuyahoga Cty. Court of Common Pleas.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2026-0050. State ex rel. Redman v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2026-0055. State ex rel. Smith v. Smith.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2026-0058. State ex rel. Green v. Harcha.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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2026-0061. State ex rel. Ship v. Matthews.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2026-0074. State ex rel. Nealey v. Ackerman Group.

In Mandamus. On motions to dismiss of respondents Franklin County Probate Court and Franklin County Municipal Court, Housing Division. Motions granted. Relator’s motion for relief denied. Sua sponte, cause dismissed as to remaining respondents. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2026-0117. Foster v. McGinty.

Miscellaneous case. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Relator’s motion to strike motion to dismiss denied. Relator’s motion for certification of complaint as class action and "motion to freeze defendant’s assets and the appointing of a receiver" denied. Cause dismissed.

Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., concurs but would deny as moot the motion for certification of complaint as class action and "motion to freeze defendant’s assets and the appointing of a receiver."

2026-0123. State ex rel. Lewis v. Winkler.

In Mandamus. On motion to dismiss of respondents Hamilton County Probate Judge Ralph E. Winkler and Magistrate Kendal M. Coes. Motion granted. Sua sponte, cause dismissed as to respondent Melissa English. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2026-0124. State ex rel. Taylor v. Anderson.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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2026-0140. Ames v. Montgomery Cty. Courts.

Miscellaneous case. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2026-0150. State ex rel. Springs v. Rastatter.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2019-0319. State ex rel. Evans v. State.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motion for findings of facts and conclusions of law. Motion denied.

2025-0475. State ex rel. Bozsik v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr.

In Mandamus. On relator’s affidavit for a new judge assignment. Affidavit denied.

2025-1147. State ex rel. Anderson v. Reiman.

In Mandamus. On respondents’ motion to dismiss amended complaint. Motion denied. Sua sponte, respondents ordered to file an answer to the amended complaint within 14 days. Sua sponte, alternative writ granted. The following schedule is set for the presentation of evidence and filing of briefs pursuant to Rule 12.05: The parties shall file any evidence they intend to present within 20 days of the court’s entry, relator shall file a brief within 30 days of the court’s entry, respondents shall file a brief within 20 days after the filing of relator’s brief, and relator may file a reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondents’ brief.

Fischer, J., dissents.

2025-1352. McBroom v. Ohio Aud.

In Procedendo. On relator’s motion to alter or amend a judgment. Motion denied.

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2025-1478. State ex rel. Railey v. Hamilton Cty. Court of Common Pleas.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motion to strike from the record and dismiss motion to dismiss. Motion denied.

DeWine and Deters, JJ., would deny the motion as moot.

Shanahan, J., not participating.

2025-1517. State ex rel. Moore v. Frericks.

In Mandamus. On relator’s procedural-default motion against dismissal. Motion denied.

2025-1556. Taylor v. Camera Sec. Dept.

In Habeas Corpus. On petitioner’s "motion to proceed investigation." Motion denied as moot.

2025-1557. Taylor v. Davis.

In Habeas Corpus. On petitioner’s "motion to proceed investigation." Motion denied as moot.

2026-0126. St. Leonard v. Agengo.

Montgomery App. No. 30648. On review of order certifying a conflict. The court determines that a conflict exists. The parties are to brief the issue as stated on page 7 of the court of appeals’ January 20, 2026 entry: "Whether a foreclosure decree that does not determine the validity, priority, or amount of a junior lien, but rather transfers such a lien to the proceeds of a judicial sale of the subject property, is a final, appealable order under R.C. 2505.02." The conflict case is Tax Ease Ohio, L.L.C. v. Miller, 2019-Ohio-3433 (5th Dist.).

DeWine, J., dissents.

2026-0131. McNalley v. Keiser.

Lucas App. No. L-25-00106, 2025-Ohio-5561. On review of order certifying a conflict. The court determines that a conflict exists. The conflict case is Paganini v. Cataract Eye Ctr. of Cleveland, 2025-Ohio-275 (8th Dist.). Sua sponte, cause consolidated with case No. 2026-0106 and held for the decision in 2025-0386, Paganini v. Cataract Eye Ctr. of Cleveland.

Fischer, J., would not hold the cause.

DeWine, J., dissents.

2026-0134. State ex rel. Bradford v. Bur. of Sentence Computation.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, alternative writ granted. The following schedule is set for the presentation of evidence and filing of briefs pursuant to Rule 12.05: The

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parties shall file any evidence they intend to present within 20 days of the court’s entry, relator shall file a brief within 30 days of the court’s entry, respondent shall file a brief within 20 days after the filing of relator’s brief, and relator may file a reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondent’s brief.

Fischer, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., dissent and would sua sponte dismiss the cause.

2026-0137. State v. Matosky.

Montgomery App. No. 30447, 2025-Ohio-5658. On review of order certifying a conflict. The court determines that a conflict exists. The conflict cases are State v. Reed, 2025-Ohio-4708 (1st Dist.), and State v. Stonewall, 2025-Ohio-4574 (1st Dist.). Sua sponte, cause consolidated with case No. 2026-0084 and held for the decision in 2024-1050, State v. Striblin.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer and Deters, JJ., would not hold the cause.

2026-0278. State ex rel. Johnson v. Swartz.

Lucas App. No. L-26-00001. On appellant’s motion for stay. Motion denied.

APPEALS ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2026-0084. State v. Matosky.

Montgomery App. No. 30447, 2025-Ohio-5658. Sua sponte, cause consolidated with case No. 2026-0137 and held for the decision in 2024-1050, State v. Striblin.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer and Deters, JJ., would not hold the cause.

2026-0106. McNalley v. Keiser.

Lucas App. No. L-25-00106, 2025-Ohio-5561. Sua sponte, cause consolidated with case No. 2026-0131 and held for the decision in 2025-0386, Paganini v. Cataract Eye Ctr. of Cleveland.

Fischer, J., would not hold the cause.

Brunner, J., would accept the appeal on proposition of law No. I only.

DeWine, J., dissents.

APPEALS NOT ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2026-0235. State v. Simmons.

Columbiana App. No. 25 CO 0015, 2026-Ohio-849. Appellant’s motion to stay execution of judgment denied.

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April 8, 2026

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MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2019-0500. Columbus Bar Assn. v. Armengau, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1230.

Board of Professional Conduct, No. 2014-087. Javier Horacio Armengau of Columbus, Ohio, Attorney Registration No. 0069776, permanently disbarred.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Sutton, Deters, Epley, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Betty S. Sutton, J., of the Ninth District Court of Appeals, sitting for Brunner, J.

Christopher B. Epley, J., of the Second District Court of Appeals, sitting for Hawkins, J.

2023-1344. Hoskins v. Cleveland, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1225.

Cuyahoga App. No. 112095, 2023-Ohio-3149. Judgment reversed and cause remanded to the trial court.

DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., concurs, with an opinion.

Fischer, J., concurs in judgment only.

Brunner, J., dissents, with an opinion.

2025-0974. McIntyre v. May, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1231.

Richland App. No. 2025 CA 0040. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2025-1536. State ex rel. Bergsma v. Union Cty. Court of Common Pleas.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motions to excuse respondent’s counsel. Motions denied. Relator’s motion to seal and motion to seal court record from public view and provide respondent’s counsel with copies denied. Respondent’s motion to dismiss granted. Relator’s "motion to prohibit illegal correspondence in the courts of Ohio" denied. Respondent’s renewed motions to strike denied. Relator’s motion for a court hearing denied as moot. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, Brunner, and Deters, JJ., concur.

DeWine and Hawkins, JJ., concur but would deny relator’s motion for a court hearing on the merits.

Shanahan, J., concurs in part and dissents in part and would grant relator’s motion to seal and motion to seal court record from public view and provide respondent’s counsel with copies would deny relator’s motion for a court hearing on the merits.

2025-1573. State ex rel. Hill v. Warren.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Brunner, Deters, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer and Hawkins, JJ., concur but would sua sponte dismiss the cause for lack of a clear legal right.

2025-1574. Koeberer v. Brown.

In Prohibition. On motion to dismiss of respondents Franklin County Court of Common Pleas Judge Chris M. Brown and Magistrate Megan Jewett. Motion granted. Relator’s motion to consolidate cases denied as moot. Sua sponte, cause dismissed as to remaining respondents. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1612. State ex rel. Smith v. State.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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2025-1646. State ex rel. Snyder v. Perry Cty. Court of Common Pleas.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Relator’s "follow up to mandamus" denied as moot. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, Brunner, Deters, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

DeWine and Hawkins, JJ., would deny relator’s motion on the merits.

2025-1657. State ex rel. Griffin v. Hill.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1699. State ex rel. Spencer v. Cline.

In Mandamus. On motion to dismiss of respondent Vinton County Municipal Court Clerk Sabrina Cline. Motion granted. Respondent Sabrina Cline’s motion to declare relator a vexatious litigator denied. Sua sponte, cause dismissed as to respondent Vinton County Court Judge Jeffrey Griffith. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine and Hawkins, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., concurs in part and dissents in part and would deny the motion to dismiss and issue an alternative writ as to respondent Sabrina Cline.

Fischer, Deters, and Shanahan, JJ., concur in part and dissent in part and would grant the motion to declare relator a vexatious litigator.

2025-1700. State ex rel. Williams v. Goering.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, and Hawkins, JJ., concur.

Shanahan, J., concurs but would sua sponte dismiss the cause as moot.

Deters, J., not participating.

2025-1707. State ex rel. Hagens v. Tepe.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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2025-1712. State ex rel. Fuller v. Fifth Dist. Court of Appeals.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2026-0002. State ex rel. Schnitker v. Abraham.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. Cause dismissed pursuant to Rule 12.04.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, and Hawkins, JJ., concur.

Shanahan, J., dissents and would issue an alternative writ.

2026-0007. State ex rel. Railey v. Shanahan.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, and Hawkins, JJ., concur.

Shanahan, J., not participating.

2026-0008. State ex rel. Taylor v. Ballard.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s revised motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2026-0020. Khamisi v. Hamilton Cty. Court of Common Pleas.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. Cause dismissed pursuant to Rule 12.04.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Brunner, Deters, and Hawkins, JJ., concur.

Fischer and Shanahan, JJ., not participating.

2026-0021. State ex rel. Dunaway v. Wallace.

In Prohibition. On relator’s requests for service. Motions denied as moot. Respondent’s motion to dismiss granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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2026-0033. State ex rel. Johnson v. Meyers.

In Mandamus. On respondents’ motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents and would order respondents to file an answer and would issue an alternative writ.

2026-0035. State ex rel. Townsend v. Mazzone.

In Procedendo. On respondents’ motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2026-0047. State ex rel. Amir v. Cuyahoga Cty. Court of Common Pleas.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2026-0050. State ex rel. Redman v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2026-0055. State ex rel. Smith v. Smith.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2026-0058. State ex rel. Green v. Harcha.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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2026-0061. State ex rel. Ship v. Matthews.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2026-0074. State ex rel. Nealey v. Ackerman Group.

In Mandamus. On motions to dismiss of respondents Franklin County Probate Court and Franklin County Municipal Court, Housing Division. Motions granted. Relator’s motion for relief denied. Sua sponte, cause dismissed as to remaining respondents. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2026-0117. Foster v. McGinty.

Miscellaneous case. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Relator’s motion to strike motion to dismiss denied. Relator’s motion for certification of complaint as class action and "motion to freeze defendant’s assets and the appointing of a receiver" denied. Cause dismissed.

Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., concurs but would deny as moot the motion for certification of complaint as class action and "motion to freeze defendant’s assets and the appointing of a receiver."

2026-0123. State ex rel. Lewis v. Winkler.

In Mandamus. On motion to dismiss of respondents Hamilton County Probate Judge Ralph E. Winkler and Magistrate Kendal M. Coes. Motion granted. Sua sponte, cause dismissed as to respondent Melissa English. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2026-0124. State ex rel. Taylor v. Anderson.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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2026-0140. Ames v. Montgomery Cty. Courts.

Miscellaneous case. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2026-0150. State ex rel. Springs v. Rastatter.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2019-0319. State ex rel. Evans v. State.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motion for findings of facts and conclusions of law. Motion denied.

2025-0475. State ex rel. Bozsik v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr.

In Mandamus. On relator’s affidavit for a new judge assignment. Affidavit denied.

2025-1147. State ex rel. Anderson v. Reiman.

In Mandamus. On respondents’ motion to dismiss amended complaint. Motion denied. Sua sponte, respondents ordered to file an answer to the amended complaint within 14 days. Sua sponte, alternative writ granted. The following schedule is set for the presentation of evidence and filing of briefs pursuant to Rule 12.05: The parties shall file any evidence they intend to present within 20 days of the court’s entry, relator shall file a brief within 30 days of the court’s entry, respondents shall file a brief within 20 days after the filing of relator’s brief, and relator may file a reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondents’ brief.

Fischer, J., dissents.

2025-1352. McBroom v. Ohio Aud.

In Procedendo. On relator’s motion to alter or amend a judgment. Motion denied.

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2025-1478. State ex rel. Railey v. Hamilton Cty. Court of Common Pleas.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motion to strike from the record and dismiss motion to dismiss. Motion denied.

DeWine and Deters, JJ., would deny the motion as moot.

Shanahan, J., not participating.

2025-1517. State ex rel. Moore v. Frericks.

In Mandamus. On relator’s procedural-default motion against dismissal. Motion denied.

2025-1556. Taylor v. Camera Sec. Dept.

In Habeas Corpus. On petitioner’s "motion to proceed investigation." Motion denied as moot.

2025-1557. Taylor v. Davis.

In Habeas Corpus. On petitioner’s "motion to proceed investigation." Motion denied as moot.

2026-0126. St. Leonard v. Agengo.

Montgomery App. No. 30648. On review of order certifying a conflict. The court determines that a conflict exists. The parties are to brief the issue as stated on page 7 of the court of appeals’ January 20, 2026 entry: "Whether a foreclosure decree that does not determine the validity, priority, or amount of a junior lien, but rather transfers such a lien to the proceeds of a judicial sale of the subject property, is a final, appealable order under R.C. 2505.02." The conflict case is Tax Ease Ohio, L.L.C. v. Miller, 2019-Ohio-3433 (5th Dist.).

DeWine, J., dissents.

2026-0131. McNalley v. Keiser.

Lucas App. No. L-25-00106, 2025-Ohio-5561. On review of order certifying a conflict. The court determines that a conflict exists. The conflict case is Paganini v. Cataract Eye Ctr. of Cleveland, 2025-Ohio-275 (8th Dist.). Sua sponte, cause consolidated with case No. 2026-0106 and held for the decision in 2025-0386, Paganini v. Cataract Eye Ctr. of Cleveland.

Fischer, J., would not hold the cause.

DeWine, J., dissents.

2026-0134. State ex rel. Bradford v. Bur. of Sentence Computation.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, alternative writ granted. The following schedule is set for the presentation of evidence and filing of briefs pursuant to Rule 12.05: The

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parties shall file any evidence they intend to present within 20 days of the court’s entry, relator shall file a brief within 30 days of the court’s entry, respondent shall file a brief within 20 days after the filing of relator’s brief, and relator may file a reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondent’s brief.

Fischer, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., dissent and would sua sponte dismiss the cause.

2026-0137. State v. Matosky.

Montgomery App. No. 30447, 2025-Ohio-5658. On review of order certifying a conflict. The court determines that a conflict exists. The conflict cases are State v. Reed, 2025-Ohio-4708 (1st Dist.), and State v. Stonewall, 2025-Ohio-4574 (1st Dist.). Sua sponte, cause consolidated with case No. 2026-0084 and held for the decision in 2024-1050, State v. Striblin.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer and Deters, JJ., would not hold the cause.

2026-0278. State ex rel. Johnson v. Swartz.

Lucas App. No. L-26-00001. On appellant’s motion for stay. Motion denied.

APPEALS ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2026-0084. State v. Matosky.

Montgomery App. No. 30447, 2025-Ohio-5658. Sua sponte, cause consolidated with case No. 2026-0137 and held for the decision in 2024-1050, State v. Striblin.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer and Deters, JJ., would not hold the cause.

2026-0106. McNalley v. Keiser.

Lucas App. No. L-25-00106, 2025-Ohio-5561. Sua sponte, cause consolidated with case No. 2026-0131 and held for the decision in 2025-0386, Paganini v. Cataract Eye Ctr. of Cleveland.

Fischer, J., would not hold the cause.

Brunner, J., would accept the appeal on proposition of law No. I only.

DeWine, J., dissents.

APPEALS NOT ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2026-0235. State v. Simmons.

Columbiana App. No. 25 CO 0015, 2026-Ohio-849. Appellant’s motion to stay execution of judgment denied.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

April 9, 2026

[Cite as 04/09/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-1272.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-1658 and 2024-1732. State v. Seymour, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1249.

Franklin App. No. 22AP-721, 2024-Ohio-5179. Judgment reversed and trial court’s judgment reinstated.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1095. Jones v. Galloway, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1250.

Ross App. No. 25CA12. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1235. State ex rel. Wright v. Clerk of Mun. Court, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1251.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-746. Judgment affirmed. Appellant’s request for judgment denied as moot.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0247. State ex rel. McGee v. May.

In Mandamus. Relator did not file a response to the court’s March 24, 2026 entry ordering relator to submit a request for issuance of an additional summons at an

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alternative address or show cause why this case should not be dismissed for failure to perfect service on respondent Annette Chambers-Smith. Sua sponte, cause dismissed as to respondent Annette Chambers-Smith for failure to perfect service. This cause remains pending as to respondent Harold May.

APPEALS NOT ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2026-0361. State v. McFarland.

Cuyahoga App. No. 116073, 2026-Ohio-835. Appeal and cross-appeal not accepted.

Kennedy, C.J., and Hawkins, J., dissent in part and would accept the appeal.

Brunner, J., dissents in part and would accept the cross-appeal.

Shanahan, J., dissents.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

April 9, 2026

[Cite as 04/09/2026 Case Announcements #2, 2026-Ohio-1295.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0433. State ex rel. Shannon v. Ogg.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, case converted into an original action involving an expedited election matter and ordered to proceed pursuant to Rule 12.08. Respondent shall file an answer to the amended complaint no later than 4:00 p.m. on Monday, April 13, 2026. Briefing in this case shall proceed in accordance with Rule 12.08, with the exception that briefs shall be filed no later than 4:00 p.m. on the date the brief is due. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

April 2, 2026

[Cite as 04/02/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-1184.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2023-1475. Faith Ranch & Farms Fund, Inc. v. PNC Bank, Natl. Assn., Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1145.

Harrison App. Nos. 23 HA 0001 and 23 HA 002, 2023-Ohio-3608. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., dissents, with an opinion.

2025-0203. Disciplinary Counsel v. Rudduck, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1126.

On Certified Report by the Board of Professional Conduct, No. 2024-015. Complaint dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, J., dissents, with an opinion.

Brunner, J., not participating.

2025-0683. State ex rel. Rosnick v. Geauga Cty. Sheriff’s Office, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1127.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motion for leave to file revised evidence. Motion denied. Writ and relator’s requests for statutory damages, court costs, and attorney fees denied.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

April 1, 2026

[Cite as 04/01/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-1157.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-0056. Doe v. Columbus, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1095.

Delaware App. No. 23CAE040028. Judgment reversed and cause remanded.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, J., dissents.

Brunner, J., dissents, with an opinion.

2024-1789. State ex rel. Kent Elastomer Prods., Inc. v. McCloud, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1105.

Franklin App. No. 21AP-387, 2024-Ohio-5451. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-0007. State ex rel. Cook v. Magee, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1106.

In Mandamus. Writ denied as moot. Relator’s request for statutory damages denied.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., dissents and would order respondent to work with relator to determine whether the video is corrupted and would defer consideration of the merits and relator’s request for damages until after the parties make such determination.

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MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

In re Wiltz.

On August 5, 2025, this court found Cassandra Wiltz to be a vexatious litigator under Rule 4.03 in Wiltz v. Miller, 2025-Ohio-2749. On Wiltz’s "application/motion for order granting estate executor leave to appeal the 2/13/26 order of the Fifth District Court of Appeals." Application/motion denied.

2025-0737 and 2025-0818. Kohn v. Glenmede Trust Co.

Cuyahoga App. No. 113863, 2025-Ohio-1058. On motion of amicus curiae, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, to participate in oral argument. Motion granted. Amicus curiae shall share the time allotted to appellee.

2025-1057. Columbus v. State.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-333, 2025-Ohio-2408. On motions for permission to appear pro hac vice of Connor Fuchs, Dennis A. Henigan, and Elaine Poon. Motions granted. Pursuant to Gov.Bar R. XII(4), counsel shall file notices of permission to appear pro hac vice with the Supreme Court’s Office of Attorney Services within 30 days.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 31, 2026

[Cite as 03/31/2026 Case Announcements #2, 2026-Ohio-1123.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-1428. State ex rel. Harris v. Starcher, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1089.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motion for an order allowing computer forensic analysis, motion for leave to file rebuttal evidence, and motion for sanctions. Motions denied. Writ and relator’s demand for court and miscellaneous costs denied. Relator awarded $2,000 in statutory damages.

Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., concurs in part and dissents in part, with an opinion.

Fischer, J., concurs in part and dissents in part and would not award any statutory damages.

DeWine, J., concurs in part and dissents in part and would not award statutory damages as to the third public-records request.

2024-1429. Whirlpool Corp. v. Rice, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1094.

Franklin App. No. 22AP-361, 2024-Ohio-3252. On appellant’s motion for oral argument. Motion denied. Judgment affirmed.

Fischer, Brunner, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

DeWine, J., concurs in judgment only, with an opinion joined by Deters, J. Kennedy, C.J., dissents, with an opinion.

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2024-1711. State ex rel. Zimmerman v. Avon Lake, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-1090.

In Mandamus. On relators’ "motion for costs of the proceedings" and "motion for rebuttal evidence and/or motion to strike." Motions denied. Writ granted. Relators awarded court costs. Relators’ requests for attorney fees and statutory damages denied. Respondents’ motion for protective order denied as moot.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2024-1569. Checkfree Servs. Corp. v. Harris.

Board of Tax Appeals, 2019-43. On appellant’s motion for new oral-argument date. Motion granted. Oral argument scheduled for May 19, 2026, canceled. Oral argument will be rescheduled at a later date.

DISCIPLINARY CASES

2023-0469. Disciplinary Counsel v. Romer.

On petition for reinstatement by respondent, Shawn Alexander Romer, Attorney Registration No. 0084251, last known business address in Cleveland, Ohio. Petition granted. Shawn Alexander Romer reinstated to the practice of law.

Brunner, J., not participating.

2026-0147. In re Resignation of Piergies.

On application for retirement or resignation of James Douglas Piergies, Attorney Registration No. 0032764, last known address in Brookville, Ohio. Application accepted as a resignation with disciplinary action pending.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents.

Brunner, J., not participating.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 31, 2026

[Cite as 03/31/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-1092.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2026-0193. Thomas v. State.

In Habeas Corpus. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2026-0290. Isley v. Driscoll.

In Habeas Corpus. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2023-1286. In re Application of Kingwood Solar I, L.L.C.

Public Utilities Commission, No. 21-117-EL-BGN. On appellant/cross-appellee’s motion for expedited ruling on pending appeal. Motion denied.

Marilyn Zayas, J., of the First District Court of Appeals, sitting for DeWine, J.

2026-0133. State v. Hesseling.

Allen App. No. 1-24-34, 2025-Ohio-5102. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion granted. Appellant shall file a memorandum in support of jurisdiction within 30 days.

Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., dissent.

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2026-0148. State v. Compton.

Allen App. No. 1-25-17, 2025-Ohio-5459. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion granted. Appellant shall file a memorandum in support of jurisdiction within 30 days.

2026-0165. State v. Schmid.

Greene App. No. 2024-CA-16, 2025-Ohio-14. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer and Hawkins, JJ., dissent.

2026-0166. State v. Schlimpf.

Pickaway App. No. 25CA23. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

APPEALS ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1695. Grange Indemn. Ins. Co. v. Harden.

Mahoning App. Nos. 25 MA 0018 and 25 MA 0019, 2025-Ohio-5212.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2026-0059. St. Leonard v. Agengo.

Montgomery App. No. 30648. Appeal accepted on proposition of law No. III.

Kennedy, C.J., and Brunner, J., would accept the appeal on all propositions of law.

Fischer, J., would also accept the appeal on proposition of law No. I.

Deters, J., would also consolidate the cause with case No. 2026-0126.

DeWine and Hawkins, JJ., dissent.

2026-0085. State v. Hodges.

Lucas App. No. L-24-1156, 2025-Ohio-5448. Sua sponte, cause held for the decision in 2024-1050, State v. Striblin.

Kennedy, C.J., would not hold the cause.

Fischer and Brunner, JJ., dissent.

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APPEALS NOT ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1464. State v. Gallant.

Crawford App. No. 3-25-05, 2025-Ohio-3182.

2025-1666. State v. Kitto.

Lucas App. No. L-24-1199, 2025-Ohio-5301.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents.

2025-1694. Souare v. Guzzo.

Summit App. No. 31505, 2025-Ohio-5491.

2026-0022. State v. Jennings.

Clark App. No. 2025-CA-8, 2025-Ohio-5548.

2026-0023. Calabrese v. Judy.

Lake App. No. 2025-L-018, 2025-Ohio-5284.

2026-0030. State v. Kohlhoffer.

Lucas App. No. L-24-1165, 2025-Ohio-5021.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2026-0031. State v. Wilson.

Montgomery App. Nos. 16728 and 16752.

2026-0032. Ravenscraft v. Duranni.

Hamilton App. Nos. C-240297 and C-240298, 2025-Ohio-2900.

Kennedy, C.J., and Hawkins, J., dissent.

Christopher B. Epley, J., of the Second District Court of Appeals, sitting for Fischer, J.

Mark C. Miller, J., of the Third District Court of Appeals, sitting for Deters, J.

Kristy S. Wilkin, J., of the Fourth District Court of Appeals, sitting for Shanahan, J.

2026-0036. AMG Peterbilt Group, L.L.C. v. Apple Growth Partners, Inc.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114704, 2025-Ohio-4754.

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2026-0037. Pagani v. Mercy Health.

Mahoning App. No. 25 MA 0044, 2025-Ohio-5337.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2026-0038. Haggard v. Durrani.

Hamilton App. Nos. C-240300 and C-240301, 2025-Ohio-5327.

Kennedy, C.J., and Hawkins, J., dissent.

Christopher B. Epley, J., of the Second District Court of Appeals, sitting for Fischer, J.

Mark C. Miller, J., of the Third District Court of Appeals, sitting for Deters, J.

2026-0039. Newman v. Durrani.

Hamilton App. Nos. C-250126 through C-250128, 2025-Ohio-5329.

Kennedy, C.J., and Hawkins, J., dissent.

Christopher B. Epley, J., of the Second District Court of Appeals, sitting for Fischer, J.

Mark C. Miller, J., of the Third District Court of Appeals, sitting for Deters, J.

2026-0060. State v. Schilling.

Muskingum App. No. CT2024-110, 2025-Ohio-2160.

2026-0062. Bank of Am., N.A. v. Telerico.

Portage App. No. 2025-P-0034, 2025-Ohio-5369.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2026-0063. In re J.T.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114989, 2025-Ohio-5349.

2026-0064. State v. Copeland.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-331, 2025-Ohio-2204.

2026-0065. State v. Greenawalt.

Marion App. No. 9-24-40, 2025-Ohio-4906.

2026-0070. State v. Taylor.

Hamilton App. No. C-250260.

Brunner, J., dissents.

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2026-0073. Downey v. Hallstar Co.

Summit App. No. 31238, 2025-Ohio-3256.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2026-0077. Summit Cty. Children Servs. v. Ohio Civ. Rights Comm.

Summit App. No. 31312, 2025-Ohio-5402.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine and Hawkins, JJ., dissent.

2026-0078. Apple-Chamberlain v. Apple.

Wood App. No. WD-24-045, 2025-Ohio-5388.

2026-0079. State v. Kenney.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114553, 2025-Ohio-4841.

2026-0080. Goodykoontz v. Harris.

Warren App. No. CA2025-03-022, 2025-Ohio-4511.

2026-0082. State v. Stackhouse.

Seneca App. No. 13-25-06, 2025-Ohio-5464.

2026-0089. State v. Harris.

Hamilton App. No. C-240539, 2025-Ohio-5438.

Fischer, J., dissents and would accept the appeal on proposition of law Nos. I and IV.

2026-0103. Arndts v. Univ. of Cincinnati Dept. of Pub. Safety.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-355, 2025-Ohio-5648.

2026-0105. State v. J.D.B.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115065, 2025-Ohio-5415.

2026-0110. State v. Clark.

Medina App. No. 20CA0020-M, 2023-Ohio-4839. Appellant’s motion to appoint counsel denied.

Deters, J., would deny the motion as moot.

Brunner, J., dissents and would appoint Peter Galyardt, if available, as counsel.

2026-0128. State v. Stevens.

Stark App. No. 2024CA00186, 2025-Ohio-5706.

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RECONSIDERATION OF PRIOR DECISIONS

2024-1585. State ex rel. Henderson v. Washington Court House.

In Mandamus. Reported at 2026-Ohio-110. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents.

2024-1586. State ex rel. Luikart v. Washington Court House.

In Mandamus. Reported at 2026-Ohio-111. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents.

2025-1508. Mikhelson v. Dir., Dept. of Job & Family Servs.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114458, 2025-Ohio-2524. Reported at 2026-Ohio-154. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-1531. State ex rel. Gibson v. Montgomery.

In Mandamus. Reported at 2026-Ohio-156. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-1534. State ex rel. Jackson v. Adkins.

In Mandamus and Procedendo. Reported at 2026-Ohio-156. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

DISCIPLINARY CASES

2026-0157. Disciplinary Counsel v. Carrington.

On Certified Report by the Board of Professional Conduct, No. 2025-011. Mackenzi Ailene Carrington, Attorney Registration No. 0099583, last known business address in Mount Orab, Ohio, suspended from the practice of law for one year, conditionally stayed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., not participating.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 30, 2026

[Cite as 03/30/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-1091.]

SLIP OPINIONS REPLACED BY OHIO OFFICIAL REPORTS VERSIONS

AS OF MARCH 30, 2026

The official versions of the opinions listed below, which were previously released as slip opinions, are being published in the March 30, 2026 Ohio Official Reports advance sheet. The Official Reports volume and initial page numbers are provided after the citation for reference.

2023-0936. State ex rel. Huwig v. Dept. of Health, 2025-Ohio-4454. (180 Ohio St.3d 569)

2023-1020. In re Application of S. Branch Solar, L.L.C., 2025-Ohio-5679. (180 Ohio St.3d 614)

2024-0484. Rover Pipeline, L.L.C. v. Harris, 2025-Ohio-2806. (180 Ohio St.3d 525)

2024-0587. E.A.K.M. v. M.A.M., 2025-Ohio-2946. (180 Ohio St.3d 548)

2024-0880. State ex rel. Howard v. Shuler, 2025-Ohio-4964. (180 Ohio St.3d 585)

2024-0882. State v. Gowdy, 2025-Ohio-5575. (180 Ohio St.3d 602)

2024-1142. In re Application of Ohio Power Co., 2025-Ohio-3034. (180 Ohio St.3d 556)

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2024-1739. State ex rel. Martin v. McCormick, 2025-Ohio-4398. (180 Ohio St.3d 565)

2024-1791. Eggleston v. Wood, 2025-Ohio-5292. (180 Ohio St.3d 599)

2025-0080. Disciplinary Counsel v. Hawley, 2025-Ohio-2265. (180 Ohio St.3d 1216)

2025-0990. Disciplinary Counsel v. Stanley, 2026-Ohio-76. (180 Ohio St.3d 1218)

2025-1654. In re Resignation of Martin, 2026-Ohio-77. (180 Ohio St.3d 1221)

2025-1655. In re Resignation of Gurvis, 2026-Ohio-78. (180 Ohio St.3d 1223)

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 27, 2026

[Cite as 03/27/2026 Case Announcements #4, 2026-Ohio-1093.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0371. Hershey v. Dailey.

Franklin App. No. 26AP-173. Sua sponte, appellee ordered to file a response, if any, to appellants’ emergency motion for stay no later than 12:00 p.m. on Monday, March 30, 2026. If appellee files a motion to dismiss, appellants shall file a response to the motion, if any, no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, March 30, 2026. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 24, 2026

[Cite as 03/24/2026 Case Announcements #2, 2026-Ohio-994.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2026-0231. State ex rel. Hicks v. Clermont Cty. Bd. of Elections, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-993.

In Mandamus. On respondents’ motion for leave to file amended evidence. Motion granted. Respondents’ request for sanctions denied. Writ denied.

DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., concurs in judgment only, with an opinion joined by Fischer, J.

Brunner, J., concurs in part and dissents in part, with an opinion.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 25, 2026

[Cite as 03/25/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-1006.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1057. Columbus v. State.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-333, 2025-Ohio-2408. On motion for permission to appear pro hac vice of Selin Cherian-Rivers. Motion granted. Pursuant to Gov.Bar R. XII(4), counsel shall file a notice of permission to appear pro hac vice with the Supreme Court’s Office of Attorney Services within 30 days.

2025-1658. State ex rel. McCormack v. Ashtabula Cty. Med. Ctr.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-270, 2025-Ohio-5151. On stipulated motion for an additional stay of briefing due to settlement. Motion granted. Briefing schedule stayed for 45 days from the date of the court’s entry.

2026-0081. Pryor v. Burkhart.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motion to strike. Motion denied. Sua sponte, relator permitted to file a response to respondent’s motion to dismiss within ten days of the court’s entry. Relator’s "motion to strike - motion to dismiss" denied as moot.

2026-0228. Kane v. Kane.

Warren App. No. CA2025-03-020, 2026-Ohio-73. On appellant’s motion for leave to file revised memorandum in support of jurisdiction. Motion granted. Appellant’s revised memorandum deemed filed as of the date of the court’s entry.

2026-0335. State v. Christian.

Franklin App. Nos. 23AP-677 through 23AP-679, 2026-Ohio-365. Appellant’s memorandum in support of jurisdiction fails to comply with Rule 7.02(B)(1) (a memorandum "shall not exceed fifteen numbered pages, exclusive of the table of

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contents, the signature block, and the certificate of service"). Sua sponte, pages 16 through 37 of the memorandum in support of jurisdiction, exclusive of the signature block, stricken.

MISCELLANEOUS DISMISSALS

2026-0275. State ex rel. Fenstermaker v. Delaware Cty. Sheriff Dept.

In Mandamus. On relator’s application for dismissal. Application granted. Cause dismissed.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 25, 2026

[Cite as 03/25/2026 Case Announcements #2, 2026-Ohio-1023.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-0693 and 2025-0980. Colt’s Neck Homeowners Assn. v. Franklin Cty. Bd. of Commrs.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-273, 2025-Ohio-1236. Sua sponte, parties ordered to file simultaneous, supplemental briefs that address whether the Tenth District Court of Appeals had jurisdiction to hear the appeal under the jurisdictional-priority rule. The parties shall file their briefs within ten days, and no responsive briefs are permitted. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 25, 2026

[Cite as 03/25/2026 Case Announcements #3, 2026-Ohio-1026.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2024-1221. State v. Cowan.

Allen App. No. 1-23-20, 2024-Ohio-2028. On November 20, 2024, the court dismissed this case for want of prosecution. Upon further review, it is determined that appellant timely submitted a memorandum in support of jurisdiction to the clerk on November 14, 2024. Sua sponte, the court’s November 20, 2024 entry is vacated and the case is returned to the regular docket. The clerk shall file appellant’s memorandum in support of jurisdiction as of November 14, 2024. Appellee may file a memorandum in response to jurisdiction within 30 days.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 26, 2026

[Cite as 03/26/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-1028.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0169. State ex rel. Durst v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr.

In Mandamus. On relator’s request for issuance of an additional summons. Request denied because relator’s amended petition supersedes relator’s original petition pursuant to Rule 3.13(C) and Rule 3.11(B)(1) requires that relator serve a copy of the amended petition on respondent.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 26, 2026

[Cite as 03/26/2026 Case Announcements #2, 2026-Ohio-1029.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0299. State ex rel. Williams v. Lorain Cty. Court of Common Pleas, Domestic Relations Div.

In Mandamus and Procedendo. Sua sponte, respondents ordered to file a response to relator’s "emergency notice of continued obstruction and denial of access to courts" and relator’s amended complaint no later than Monday, April 13, 2026. If respondents file a motion to dismiss or a motion for judgment on the pleadings pursuant to Rule 12.04, relator shall file a response to the motion, if any, no later than Tuesday, April 14, 2026. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 26, 2026

[Cite as 03/26/2026 Case Announcements #3, 2026-Ohio-1067.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0361. State v. McFarland.

Cuyahoga App. No. 116073, 2026-Ohio-835. Sua sponte, appellee/cross-appellee A.B. ordered to file a memorandum in response to both appellant/cross-appellee’s memorandum in support of jurisdiction and appellee/cross-appellant Christopher McFarland’s memorandum in support of cross-appeal no later than Tuesday, March 31, 2026. Sua sponte, appellant/cross-appellee ordered to file a memorandum in response to appellee/cross-appellant Christopher McFarland’s memorandum in support of cross-appeal no later than Tuesday, March 31, 2026. Sua sponte, appellee/cross-appellant Christopher McFarland ordered to file a memorandum in response to appellant/cross-appellee’s memorandum in support of jurisdiction no later than Tuesday, March 31, 2026. The parties may stipulate to extensions of time only upon approval of the court pursuant to Rule 22.03(E).

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 27, 2026

[Cite as 03/27/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-1068.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0190. In re Application of Souare v. Eans.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. Sua sponte, it is ordered that within 14 days, relator shall submit a request for issuance of an additional summons at an alternative address or show cause why this case should not be dismissed as to respondent Portage County Jail for failure to perfect service.

DISCIPLINARY CASES

2026-0356. In re Graham.

On certified entry of felony conviction. Nicholas James Graham, Attorney Registration No. 0070224, last known address in Poland, Ohio, suspended from the practice of law for an interim period.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 27, 2026

[Cite as 03/27/2026 Case Announcements #2, 2026-Ohio-1069.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1142. State ex rel. Utz v. Parikh.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion for oral argument. Motion granted. Oral argument will be scheduled at a later date.

Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., dissent.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 23, 2026

[Cite as 03/23/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-970.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0299. State ex rel. Williams v. Lorain Cty. Court of Common Pleas, Domestic Relations Div.

In Mandamus and Procedendo. Sua sponte, it is ordered that leave to amend relator’s complaint is not required under Civ.R. 15(A), and relator’s amended complaint is deemed filed as of March 19, 2026. Respondents shall file a response to the amended complaint within 21 days of the court’s entry. Relator’s emergency motion for leave to file amended complaint denied as moot.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 23, 2026

[Cite as 03/23/2026 Case Announcements #2, 2026-Ohio-971.]

APPEALS NOT ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1081. State v. Jackson.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114324, 2025-Ohio-2363.

Brunner, J., dissents, with an opinion.

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BRUNNER, J., dissenting.

This case presents important issues about how and when a criminal defendant can raise a postconviction argument that his counsel was ineffective for not investigating and fully presenting claims that relate to a serious mental illness that existed at the time of the criminal offenses. The criminal defendant in this case was sentenced to death, and our rules specifically provide that we may accept jurisdiction in cases involving postconviction death-penalty proceedings. See S.Ct.Prac.R. 7.01(B)(1)(d)(vi). This case also presents an issue of significant public interest, see S.Ct.Prac.R. 7.01(B)(1)(d)(iii), because state law precludes execution of a person who was significantly impaired by a serious mental illness at the time of the alleged offense, R.C. 2929.025, and further, the United States Supreme Court has held it unconstitutional to execute an intellectually disabled offender, Atkins v. Virginia, 536 U.S. 304, 321 (2002). This court’s decision denying discretionary review in this case is extremely troubling because of its potential constitutional infirmity. I therefore dissent.

In 2010, appellant, Jeremiah Jackson, waived his right to a jury trial and was convicted by a three-judge panel of three counts of aggravated murder and other felonies. See 2014-Ohio-3707, ¶ 54, 105. The panel sentenced Jackson to death. Id. at ¶ 55. Jackson appealed and raised a number of issues for our review, including whether the trial court erred

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when it conducted an "Atkins hearing" related to intellectual disability, 2014-Ohio-3707 at ¶ 58-59, and whether Jackson’s counsel was ineffective for failing to investigate and fully pursue whether Jackson was intellectually disabled under the Atkins test, 2014-Ohio-3707 at ¶ 172, 174, making him ineligible for the death penalty.

{¶ 3} Although the trial court heard evidence indicating that Jackson’s IQ score was 75, id. at ¶ 72, his trial counsel did not argue that he was intellectually disabled, id. at ¶ 84, and Jackson was found competent to stand trial, id. at ¶ 114. When the trial court considered whether Jackson understood his jury-trial waiver, Jackson told the court his head was "banging" and his attorney made a comment that Jackson was "a little delusional." Id. at ¶ 103-104. During the penalty phase of the case, the defense mitigation expert testified that Jackson had a significant history of drug use. Id. at ¶ 223-224. The expert explained that Jackson had referred to himself as a werewolf and the expert opined that it was possible Jackson had suffered a drug-induced psychosis at the time of the offenses. Id. at ¶ 225. This court found that it was speculative whether Jackson’s expert could have presented additional evidence to establish a nexus between Jackson’s history of substance abuse and the offenses. Id. at ¶ 226. This court affirmed Jackson’s conviction and sentence. Id. at ¶ 310.

{¶ 4} It appears that Jackson filed a timely petition for postconviction relief while his direct appeal was being considered by this court. See 2017-Ohio-2651, ¶ 7 (8th Dist.). For unknown reasons, the trial court did not issue its decision dismissing that petition until 2016. See id. Jackson appealed the dismissal, and the Eighth District Court of Appeals affirmed. Id. at ¶ 1-2. Jackson sought discretionary review by this court, which was denied. See 2018-Ohio-365.

{¶ 5} In 2020, Jackson filed a second petition for postconviction relief. According to the trial court’s opinion and order, Jackson argued in his petition that he had newly discovered evidence that related to his being diagnosed with a serious mental illness and that the evidence would demonstrate that his trial counsel was ineffective for not properly investigating whether he suffered from a mental illness at the time of the commission of the criminal acts. Under R.C. 2953.23(A)(1)(a), in order to pursue the claims in his petition at that late stage, Jackson had to show that he was unavoidably prevented from discovering the new information and therefore could not bring a timely postconviction petition.

{¶ 6} The new information that Jackson relied on was a 2019 diagnosis of schizoaffective disorder. Jackson filed with his petition a copy of a report from the clinical psychologist who

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had diagnosed him and a report from a neuropharmacologist who also had evaluated him. The neuropharmacologist agreed with the schizoaffective-disorder diagnosis, and his report included his opinion that Jackson’s schizoaffective disorder likely predated Jackson’s criminal offenses. The trial court recognized the symptoms of schizoaffective disorder as including "auditory hallucinations, paranoid delusions, and tangential, disorganized thought processes." Cuyahoga C.P. No. CR 09 532145-A, 4-5 (August 14, 2024).

{¶ 7} Jackson also filed an affidavit from one of his trial attorneys explaining that he believed Jackson was "mentally ill" and was shocked that Jackson was found competent to stand trial. According to the trial court, Jackson’s attorney averred:

{¶ 8} In considering the second petition, the trial court found that Jackson was dependent on his counsel to adequately investigate and present Jackson’s conditions. Accordingly, the trial court reasoned that Jackson’s diagnosis did constitute new facts that he was unavoidably prevented from discovering due to his trial counsel and his counsel for his first postconviction petition not investigating and presenting the extent of Jackson’s mental illness. The trial court concluded that had Jackson’s diagnosis been exposed at the time of trial, it would have prevented him from waiving his right to a jury trial and would have been a mitigating factor that weighed against the imposition of the death penalty. The trial court granted Jackson’s petition to vacate the judgment and sentence.

{¶ 9} The State appealed and the court of appeals reversed, finding that Jackson’s mental-health issues had been at the heart of his case throughout the proceedings and that counsel could not have been expected to know that Jackson did not receive the correct diagnosis. 2025-Ohio-2363, ¶ 51 (8th Dist.). The appellate court reasoned that "by simply arguing that competent counsel with reasonable diligence could have discovered and presented evidence of his

Every time I spoke with him, [Mr. Jackson] showed himself to be incompetent. His affect came across as seriously strange [. . .] It was very hard to communicate with him because his thought process was so bizarre and his intellectual functioning was very low. Mr. Jackson did not appear to grasp the severity of the situation he was in, that he could be sentenced to death.

(Bracketed text in original). Id. at 6.

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diagnosis, Jackson has admitted that he was not unavoidably prevented from discovering his psychological challenges and substance-abuse issues." Id.

{¶ 10} One judge on the appellate-court panel concurred in part and dissented in part. In that opinion, Judge Klatt stated that he would have found that Jackson’s "corrected misdiagnosis" must be considered new information for purposes of overcoming the "unavoidably prevented" standard in R.C. 2953.23(A)(1)(a), id. at ¶ 56 (concurring-and-dissenting opinion of Klatt, J.). He would have found that the trial court, having established jurisdiction over the claims by finding that Jackson presented newly discovered information, should have held an evidentiary hearing on the merits of Jackson’s petition. Id. at ¶ 70, 75-76 (concurring-and-dissenting opinion of Klatt, J.). I agree with the sentiment expressed in the separate opinion of Judge Klatt.

{¶ 11} According to the questionable reasoning of the court of appeals’ majority opinion, a corrected or recently obtained diagnosis would never be permitted to be considered as new information for purposes of supporting an untimely postconviction petition. This means a defendant cannot get a foot in the court’s door under R.C. 2953.23(A)(1)(a) to raise a claim that his counsel was ineffective, even when the new diagnosis could render the defendant ineligible for the death penalty. This is unacceptable. This court should accept Jackson’s appeal, reverse the decision of the Eighth District, and order it to remand Jackson’s second petition for postconviction relief to the trial court to hold a hearing on the newly discovered evidence.

{¶ 12} Although it appears that multiple courts have reviewed whether Jackson suffered from an intellectual disability, it does not appear that any of the courts were presented with evidence related to schizoaffective disorder, a disease of the brain causing mental illness. It is a matter of great public interest that the court of appeals concluded that no court will ever be able to consider Jackson’s claims based on his new mental-health diagnosis, despite the opinion of a mental health expert that Jackson’s now diagnosed mental illness predated the commission of the crimes he was convicted of. Additionally, this case merits our review because it involves the constitutionality of putting to death a person with a serious mental illness and/or an intellectual disability. Jackson, a person with an IQ score of 75 who has a disorder that manifests itself in delusions, depression, disorganized thoughts, and mood swings—failed to timely discover and present evidence of his own mental illness. This cannot be a fair or cogent application of the "unavoidably prevented" standard in R.C. 2953.23(A)(1)(a). I dissent to alert this court, the bar,

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and the public to the major injustice that is this court’s refusing to even consider this question—a worthy one in light of new discoveries related to mental illness and evolving treatments. I therefore strongly dissent.

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CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 20, 2026

[Cite as 03/20/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-946.]

DISCIPLINARY CASES

2026-0216. Cleveland Metro. Bar Assn. v. Hummel.

On certification of default. Karen Lynn Hummel, Attorney Registration No. 0088982, last known business address in Chardon, Ohio, suspended from the practice of law for an interim period.

2026-0217. Disciplinary Counsel v. McNamara.

On certification of default. Walter James McNamara IV, Attorney Registration No. 0074570, last known business address in Columbus, Ohio, suspended from the practice of law for an interim period.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 20, 2026

[Cite as 03/20/2026 Case Announcements #2, 2026-Ohio-969.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2026-0257. State ex rel. Spencer v. Stark Cty. Bd. of Elections, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-966.

In Prohibition. Writ denied.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 20, 2026

[Cite as 03/20/2026 Case Announcements #3, 2026-Ohio-972.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2026-0264. Fifty West Brewing Co., L.L.C. v. Canepa.

In Mandamus. On relators’ motion for leave to file affidavit of under seal. Motion granted. Relators’ emergency motion for leave to file a second amended complaint denied. Respondents’ motion to dismiss amended complaint granted. Relators’ amended emergency motion for peremptory writ denied as moot. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., concurs in part and dissents in part and would deny the motion to dismiss, issue an alternative writ, and grant the motion for leave to file a second amended complaint.

DeWine, J., not participating.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 18, 2026

[Cite as 03/18/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-896.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0184. State ex rel. Giesige v. Bur. of Sentencing Computation.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, it is ordered that within 14 days, relator shall submit a request for issuance of an additional summons at an alternative address or show cause why this case should not be dismissed for failure to perfect service.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 17, 2026

[Cite as 03/17/2026 Case Announcements #4, 2026-Ohio-895.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0270. State ex rel. Dunn v. Delaware Cty. Bd. of Elections.

In Mandamus. On Melanie Ann Leneghan’s motion to intervene. Motion denied.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 17, 2026

[Cite as 03/17/2026 Case Announcements #3, 2026-Ohio-889.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0264. Fifty West Brewing, Co., L.L.C. v. Canepa.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, respondents ordered to file a response to relators’ emergency motion for leave to amend complaint no later than 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 17, 2026

[Cite as 03/17/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-846.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2026-0115. Harris v. State.

In Habeas Corpus. On petitioner’s motion filed February 4, 2026. Motion denied. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2026-0116. Sudberry v. Manci.

In Habeas Corpus. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0049. State v. Mignano.

Summit App. No. 31051, 2024-Ohio-5463. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents.

2026-0056. State v. Yu.

Belmont App. Nos. 24 BE 0037 and 24 BE 0041, 2025-Ohio-2377. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

Fischer and Brunner, JJ., dissent.

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2026-0075. State v. Snyder.

Hamilton App. No. C-230666, 2025-Ohio-4444. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion fails for want of four votes.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer and DeWine, JJ., would grant the motion.

Deters, J., not participating.

2026-0086. State v. Gibson.

Wood App. Nos. WD-24-049 and WD-24-050, 2025-Ohio-5073. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion granted. Appellant shall file a memorandum in support of jurisdiction within 30 days.

Deters, J., dissents.

2026-0087. State v. Cummings.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-125, 2024-Ohio-6106. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

2026-0091. State v. Robertson.

Lawrence App. No. 25CA10, 2025-Ohio-5039. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

Fischer, DeWine, and Brunner, JJ., dissent.

2026-0095. State v. Bickerstaff.

Lucas App. No. L-25-00057, 2025-Ohio-4567. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion granted. Appellant shall file a memorandum in support of jurisdiction within 30 days.

Deters, J., dissents.

2026-0163. Bedford Hts. v. Reynolds.

Cuyahoga App. No. 116015. On appellant’s motion to stay all proceedings in the Eighth District Court of Appeals. Motion denied.

2026-0177. Souare v. Tiltscher.

Summit App. No. 31516, 2026-Ohio-437. On appellant’s motion to stay enforcement pending appeal, motion to expedite consideration of appeal, emergency motion for expedited consideration, and motion for oral argument. Motions denied.

2026-0187. Storm Kings, L.L.C. v. Shumaker.

Summit App. No. 31437, 2025-Ohio-5845. On appellant’s motion for stay of execution. Motion denied.

Brunner, J., dissents.

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2026-0197. State v. Tilton.

Lake App. Nos. 2025-L-016 and 2025-L-017, 2025-Ohio-5471. On appellant’s motion for immediate stay and status-quo order. Motion denied.

2026-0201. Mahbub v. Mahbub.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-586, 2025-Ohio-5867. On appellant’s motion for stay pending appeal. Motion denied.

APPEALS ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1708. Sheldon v. Ohio Assn. of Pub. School Emps.

Carroll App. No. 25 CA 0985, 2025-Ohio-5210.

Brunner and Deters, JJ., dissent.

APPEALS NOT ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1629. Slodov v. Eagle Ridge Subdivision Property Owners Assn., Inc.

Geauga App. No. 2025-G-0015, 2025-Ohio-5282. Appellee Eagle Ridge Subdivision Property Owners’ Association, Inc.’s motion to strike memorandum in support of jurisdiction denied. Appellant’s emergency motion to stay denied.

2025-1651. State v. Williams.

Butler App. No. CA2025-05-036, 2025-Ohio-4985.

2025-1656. In re Estate of S.E.D.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-884.

Hawkins, J., dissents.

2025-1693. Maynard v. Maynard.

Delaware App. No. 25 CAF 06 0045, 2025-Ohio-5124.

2025-1698. State v. Mauricio.

Lorain App. No. 24CA012147, 2025-Ohio-5088.

2025-1704. Tsonis v. Anesthesiology Servs. Network, Ltd.

Montgomery App. No. 30345, 2025-Ohio-5164.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents.

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2025-1711. State v. Fuller.

Delaware App. No. 25 CAA 01 0006, 2025-Ohio-4861.

2025-1713. Via v. Boyle.

Preble App. No. CA2025-04-005, 2025-Ohio-5363.

2025-1716. State v. Burchett.

Lawrence App. No. 24CA6

Brunner, J., dissents.

2026-0004. U.S. Bank Trust, Natl. Assn. v. Wittman.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114918, 2025-Ohio-5229.

Fischer, Brunner, and Shanahan, JJ., dissent.

2026-0009. State v. Kesman.

Franklin App. Nos. 23AP-184 and 23AP-713, 2025-Ohio-5642.

2026-0010. State v. Kesman.

Franklin App. Nos. 23AP-185 and 23AP-716, 2025-Ohio-5643.

2026-0011. State v. Thomas.

Hamilton App. No. C-250211.

Fischer and Deters, JJ., not participating.

2026-0016. State v. Davis.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114872, 2025-Ohio-5412.

2026-0018. Redding v. United States Parachute Assn., Inc.

Geauga App. No. 2025-G-0010, 2025-Ohio-4631. Appellant’s motion to strike amended memorandum in opposition to jurisdiction denied.

2026-0019. State v. Art.

Muskingum App. No. CT2025-0051, 2025-Ohio-5313.

2026-0024. State v. Smith.

Summit App. No. 31628.

2026-0052. State v. Horsley.

Pickaway App. No. 25CA15, 2025-Ohio-5806.

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2026-0053. State v. Anderson.

Summit App. No. 31497, 2025-Ohio-5399.

2026-0071. State v. Baker.

Paulding App. No. 11-25-02, 2025-Ohio-5463.

Brunner, J., dissents and would accept the appeal on proposition of law Nos. II and III.

2026-0072. Arndts v. State Teachers Retirement Sys.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-460, 2025-Ohio-5484.

2026-0076. State v. Amodei.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114763, 2025-Ohio-4592.

2026-0120. State v. Foster.

Summit App. No. 31499, 2025-Ohio-5838.

2026-0121. State v. Roman-Navarre.

Stark App. No. 2024 CA 00185.

RECONSIDERATION OF PRIOR DECISIONS

2025-1345. Clark v. Durrani.

Hamilton App. No. C-240294, 2025-Ohio-3096. Reported at 2026-Ohio-60. On motion to reconsider and clarify this court’s entry and order. Motion granted. The court’s entry of January 12, 2026, is vacated. The court declines to accept review. Appellee’s motion to dismiss fraud claim denied.

Kennedy, C.J., and Epley and Miller, JJ., dissent.

Christopher B. Epley, J., of the Second District Court of Appeals, sitting for Fischer, J.

Mark C. Miller, J., of the Third District Court of Appeals, sitting for Deters, J.

2025-1380. State v. Skally.

Licking App. No. 25CA00064. Reported at 2026-Ohio-13. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

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2025-1432. State ex rel. Pamboukis v. Flagg Lanzinger.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. Reported at 2026-Ohio-156. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-1480. State ex rel. Tingler v. Crites.

In Mandamus. Reported at 2026-Ohio-156. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied. Relator’s motion for sanctions denied.

Brunner and Shanahan, JJ., dissent in part and would grant the motion for reconsideration.

2025-1653. State ex rel. Nealey v. Franklin Cty. Mun. Court, Hous. Div.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. Reported at 2026-Ohio-98. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 17, 2026

[Cite as 03/17/2026 Case Announcements #2, 2026-Ohio-885.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0145. State ex rel. Rhea v. Mallory.

In Mandamus and Procedendo. Sua sponte, it is ordered that within 14 days, relator shall submit a request for issuance of an additional summons at alternative addresses or show cause why this case should not be dismissed as to respondents Fourth District Court of Appeals Judges Michael D. Hess, Kristy S. Wilkin, Peter B. Abele, and Jason P. Smith for failure to perfect service.

DISCIPLINARY CASES

2025-0990. Disciplinary Counsel v. Stanley.

Sua sponte, Cam Ryan Stanley, Attorney Registration No. 0098936, last known business address in Paulding, Ohio, found in contempt for failure to file an affidavit of compliance on or before February 12, 2026.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 16, 2026

[Cite as 03/16/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-866.]

SLIP OPINIONS REPLACED BY OHIO OFFICIAL REPORTS VERSIONS

AS OF MARCH 16, 2026

The official versions of the opinions listed below, which were previously released as slip opinions, are being published in the March 16, 2026 Ohio Official Reports advance sheet. The Official Reports volume and initial page numbers are provided after the citation for reference.

2023-1300. State ex rel. Mauk v. Sheldon, 2025-Ohio-5611. (180 Ohio St.3d 500)

2024-0532. State v. Crawl, 2025-Ohio-2799. (180 Ohio St.3d 443)

2024-0534. Durig v. Youngstown, 2025-Ohio-4719. (180 Ohio St.3d 468)

2024-0793. State v. Hankins Liles, 2025-Ohio-2324. (180 Ohio St.3d 443)

2024-0895. Claugus Family Farm, L.P. v. Harris, 2025-Ohio-2807. (180 Ohio St.3d 449)

2024-1363. State ex rel. Clark v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr., 2025-Ohio-5552. (180 Ohio St.3d 479)

2024-1531. Golub v. Werren, 2025-Ohio-2950. (180 Ohio St.3d 459)

2025-0647. State ex rel. Mack v. Robinson, 2025-Ohio-5681. (180 Ohio St.3d 522)

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2025-0789. Disciplinary Counsel v. Juhola, 2025-Ohio-5663. (180 Ohio St.3d 513)

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 13, 2026

[Cite as 03/13/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-842.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0169. State ex rel. Durst v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, it is ordered that within 14 days, relator shall submit a request for issuance of an additional summons at an alternative address or show cause why this case should not be dismissed for failure to perfect service.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 13, 2026

[Cite as 03/13/2026 Case Announcements #2, 2026-Ohio-865.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0270. State ex rel. Dunn v. Delaware Cty. Bd. of Elections.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, relator ordered to file a response to Melanie Ann Leneghan’s motion to intervene no later than 4:00 p.m. on Monday, March 16, 2026. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 10, 2026

[Cite as 03/10/2026 Case Announcements #2, 2026-Ohio-799.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0264. Fifty West Brewing Co., L.L.C. v. Canepa.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, respondents ordered to file a response to relators’ amended complaint and amended emergency motion for peremptory writ no later than 3:00 p.m. on Friday, March 13, 2026. If respondents file a motion to dismiss or a motion for judgment on the pleadings pursuant to Rule 12.04, relators shall file a response, if any, to the motion no later than 3:00 p.m. on Monday, March 16, 2026. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 9, 2026

[Cite as 03/09/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-766.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0264. Fifty West Brewing Co., L.L.C. v. Canepa.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, respondents ordered to file a response to relators’ complaint and amended emergency motion for peremptory writ no later than 3:00 p.m. on Friday, March 13, 3026. If respondents file a motion to dismiss or a motion for judgment on the pleadings pursuant to Rule 12.04, relators shall file a response, if any, to the motion no later than 3:00 p.m. on Monday, March 16, 2026. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 10, 2026

[Cite as 03/10/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-795.]

AFFIDAVITS OF DISQUALIFICATION

The chief justice has released the following judicial-disqualification opinions, which were previously issued as entries in response to affidavits of disqualification filed pursuant to R.C. 2701.03.

25-AP-095. In re Disqualification of Brown, 2025-Ohio-5889 (decided Aug. 22, 2025).

25-AP-137. In re Disqualification of Adkins, 2025-Ohio-5890 (decided Sep. 17, 2025).

MISCELLANEOUS DISMISSALS

2025-1054. State ex rel. Rosnick v. Seneca Cty. Sheriff’s Office.

In Mandamus. On relator’s application for dismissal. Application granted. Relator’s request for continuing jurisdiction denied. Cause dismissed.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 10, 2026

[Cite as 03/10/2026 Case Announcements #3, 2026-Ohio-800.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0270. State ex rel. Dunn v. Delaware Cty. Bd. of Elections.

In Mandamus. Respondents shall file an answer to the complaint no later than 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. Briefing in this cause shall proceed in accordance with Rule 12.08, with the exception that briefs shall be filed no later than 4:00 p.m. on the date the brief is due. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 11, 2026

[Cite as 03/11/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-809.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1265. Gateway Royalty, L.L.C. v. EAP Ohio, L.L.C.

Carroll App. No. 24 CA 0980, 2025-Ohio-2961. On motion for permission to appear pro hac vice of Robert C. Sanders. Motion granted. Pursuant to Gov.Bar R. XII(4), counsel shall file a notice of permission to appear pro hac vice with the Supreme Court’s Office of Attorney Services within 30 days.

2025-1348 and 2025-1370. State v. Talbert.

Trumbull App. No. 2024-T-0081, 2025-Ohio-3116. On appellee’s motion for appointment of counsel. Motion granted. John P. Laczko appointed to represent appellee.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 12, 2026

[Cite as 03/12/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-823.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1336. Drushal v. Miller.

Pike App. No. 25CA942. On appellees’ motion to strike appellants’ brief. Motion denied. Sua sponte, appellees permitted to file a merit brief within 30 days of the court’s entry.

2026-0190. In re Application of Souare v. Eans.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. Sua sponte, it is ordered that within 14 days, relator shall submit a request for issuance of an additional summons at an alternative address or show cause why this case should not be dismissed as to Sheriff Bruce D. Zuchowski for failure to perfect service.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 3, 2026

[Cite as 03/03/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-667.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2026-0040. State v. Grant.

In Habeas Corpus. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2026-0083. State ex rel. Johnson v. Fisher.

In Habeas Corpus. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1120. Sortino v. Calfee, Halter & Griswold, L.L.P.

Erie App. No. E-24-023, 2025-Ohio-1949. On appellants’ motion for relief and motion, in the alternative, to designate amicus curiae brief as appellants’ merit brief. Motions denied. Sua sponte, cause dismissed for want of prosecution.

Brunner, J., dissents in part and would not dismiss the cause, would grant appellants’ motion for relief, and would deny as moot appellants’ motion to designate amicus curiae brief as appellants’ merit brief.

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2025-1603. State v. Tilton.

Lake App. Nos. 2025-L-016 and 2025-L-017, 2025-Ohio-5471. On appellant’s renewed emergency motion for limited stay and status quo order. Motion denied.

Deters, J., would deny the motion as moot.

2026-0001. State v. Sutton.

Seneca App. No. 13-21-11, 2022-Ohio-2452. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

2026-0012. State v. Harris.

Muskingum App. No. CT2023-0040, 2023-Ohio-3705. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

2026-0014. State v. Hutchinson.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114781, 2025-Ohio-4674. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion granted. Appellant shall file a memorandum in support of jurisdiction within 30 days.

DeWine and Shanahan, JJ., dissent.

2026-0026. State v. Barrett.

Delaware App. No. 25CAA090076. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

Fischer, J., dissents.

2026-0078. Apple-Chamberlain v. Apple.

Wood App. No. WD-24-045, 2025-Ohio-5388. On motion to stay the court of appeals’ judgment. Motion denied.

APPEALS ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1679. State v. Thurmond.

Hamilton App. No. C-250035, 2025-Ohio-5328. Sua sponte, cause held for the decision in 2024-1050, State v. Striblin.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2026-0028. State v. Reed.

Hamilton App. No. C-240530, 2025-Ohio-4708. Sua sponte, cause held for the decision in 2024-1050, State v. Striblin.

Deters and Hawkins, JJ., dissent.

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APPEALS NOT ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1316. State v. Hicks.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114112, 2025-Ohio-2520.

Fischer, J., dissents.

2025-1390. State v. Wright.

Williams App. No. WM-24-014, 2025-Ohio-3176.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2025-1537. Souders v. Lazor.

Hamilton App. No. C-240613, 2025-Ohio-4649.

2025-1611. State v. Madden.

Butler App. No. CA2024-10-125, 2025-Ohio-4891.

2025-1616. State v. Crawford.

Clermont App. No. CA2025-02-010, 2025-Ohio-4892.

2025-1618. State v. Thomas.

Warren App. No. CA2024-12-083, 2025-Ohio-4895.

2025-1619. Home Loan Sav. Bank v. Jahweh, L.L.C.

Coshocton App. No. 24CA11.

2025-1630. State v. Gaffney.

Belmont App. No. 25 BE 0012, 2025-Ohio-4963.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2025-1633. State v. Martin.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114834, 2025-Ohio-4953.

2025-1642. Williams v. Chelsea Place Apartments.

Lucas App. No. L-24-1173, 2025-Ohio-2417.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2025-1643. State v. Linde.

Belmont App. No. 25 BE 0016, 2025-Ohio-5209.

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2025-1645. S. Shore Lake Erie Assets & Operations, L.L.C. v. Johnson.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114777, 2025-Ohio-5043.

2025-1660. State v. Lockhart.

Delaware App. No. 25 CAA 07 0061.

2025-1663. Smith v. Mercy Health-Clermont Hosp., L.L.C.

Clermont App. No. CA2024-02-010, 2025-Ohio-1590. Motion to dismiss of appellee Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings denied.

Brunner and Shanahan, JJ., dissent in part and would accept the appeal.

2025-1668. State v. Brown.

Hamilton App. No. C-240474.

2025-1670. State v. Smith.

Franklin App. No. 23AP-599, 2025-Ohio-4556.

2025-1671. Morse Rd. Dev., L.L.C. v. Centerville.

Montgomery App. No. 30358, 2025-Ohio-5065. Appellants’ motion to consolidate denied.

Fischer and Brunner, JJ., would deny the motion as moot.

Hawkins, J., dissents.

Shanahan, J., dissents and would hold the cause for the decision in 2025-0753, Sheetz, Inc. v. Centerville.

DeWine, J., not participating.

2025-1672. Morse Rd. Dev., L.L.C. v. Centerville.

Montgomery App. No. 30387, 2025-Ohio-5066. Appellants’ motion to consolidate denied. Appellees’ motion to dismiss appeal denied.

Fischer and Brunner, JJ., would deny the motions as moot.

Hawkins, J., dissents in part and would accept the appeal and grant appellants’ motion.

Shanahan, J., dissents in part and would accept the appeal, hold the cause for the decision in 2025-0753, Sheetz, Inc. v. Centerville, and grant appellants’ motion.

DeWine, J., not participating.

2025-1674. Stewart v. Gentile.

Jefferson App. No. 24 JE 0024, 2025-Ohio-5012.

Brunner, J., dissents.

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2025-1675. Maccarone v. Mark Mandell-Brown, M.D., Inc.

Hamilton App. No. C-250052, 2025-Ohio-5071.

Kennedy, C.J., not participating.

2025-1676. Cirotto v. Am. Self Storage of Pickerington.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-308, 2025-Ohio-1670.

2025-1678. State v. Landers.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114910, 2025-Ohio-5143.

Fischer, J., dissents.

2025-1683. State v. Thompson-Rivers.

Clark App. No. 2024-CA-65, 2025-Ohio-5067.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2025-1684. State v. Higgins.

Hamilton App. No. C-240723, 2025-Ohio-5118.

2025-1688. State v. Kirks.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114949, 2025-Ohio-5145.

2025-1689. Horne v. Adena Pointe Homeowners Assn., Inc.

Union App. No. 14-25-03, 2025-Ohio-4916.

2025-1690. C. Norris Mfg., L.L.C. v. Holmbury, Inc.

Stark App. No. 2025 CA 00058, 2025-Ohio-5149.

Fischer, Brunner, and Shanahan, JJ., dissent.

2025-1696. State v. Hardin.

Lucas App. Nos. L-24-1268 and L-24-1269, 2025-Ohio-5446.

2025-1705. State v. Sharkey.

Hamilton App. No. C-240675, 2025-Ohio-5117.

2025-1715. In re J.H.

Stark App. Nos. 2025CA00050 through 2025CA00052, 2025-Ohio-5218.

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2026-0003. McCarthy v. Lee.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-180, 2025-Ohio-5193.

Fischer, J., dissents and would accept the appeal on proposition of law No. I.

2026-0006. State v. Johnson.

Lucas App. No. L-25-00017, 2025-Ohio-5449.

RECONSIDERATION OF PRIOR DECISIONS

2024-0340. Z.J. v. R.M.

Richland App. No. 2022 CA 0071, 2023-Ohio-3552. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5662. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents.

2025-1283. Garner v. S. 20th St. Properties.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-580. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5661. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-1304. State v. Spirko.

Van Wert App. No. 15-25-08. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5661. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

DeWine, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., dissent.

2025-1357. Zirafi v. Green Mile Ents., L.L.C.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114423, 2025-Ohio-2862. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5661. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-1608. Wasserman v. Sperlazza.

In Prohibition. Reported at 2026-Ohio-16. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied. Respondent Robert E. Weir’s motion to dismiss denied as moot. Respondent Robert Weir’s motion to declare Elizabeth W. Koeberer and relator vexatious litigators denied.

Fischer, J., dissents in part and would grant the motion to declare Elizabeth Koeberer and relator vexatious litigators.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 3, 2026

[Cite as 03/03/2026 Case Announcements #2, 2026-Ohio-714.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2025-1417. State ex rel. Schaffer v. Butler Cty. Sheriff’s Office.

In Mandamus. On respondents’ motions to dismiss. Motions granted. Respondents’ joint motion to stay discovery denied as moot. Relator’s motion to compel discovery denied. Cause dismissed.

Fischer, DeWine, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Deters, J., concurs but would deny relator’s motion as moot.

Brunner, J., dissents, with an opinion.

Kennedy, C.J., not participating.

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BRUNNER, J., dissenting.

Because relator, Alex Schaffer, has alleged facts that if true would entitle him to a writ of mandamus, I dissent from this court’s dismissal of this action.

In his complaint, Schaffer alleges that in 2025, he sent public-records requests by email to respondents, the Butler County Sheriff’s Office, Jonathan Eric Davidson, and Combined Public Communications, L.L.C., seeking copies of call logs and recordings of phone calls made by an inmate who was housed at the Butler County Jail for approximately six years, ending in September 2024. Respondents have filed motions to dismiss, arguing that the requested call logs and recordings are not public records. In support of their argument, they point to a recent Twelfth District Court of Appeals determination that the same call logs that Schaffer requests here are not public records. See Cincinnati Enquirer v. Butler Cty. Sheriff’s Office, 2025-Ohio-4621 (12th Dist.). But we are not bound by the Twelfth District’s decision, and none of the respondents has cited authority that would allow us to conclude that as a matter of law the call

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logs and recordings requested by Schaffer are not public records. We should therefore resolve this case on the merits.

I would deny Schaffer’s motion to compel discovery, but I would order the parties to complete discovery within 15 days, and I would issue a scheduling order for submission of evidence and briefing.

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CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 4, 2026

[Cite as 03/04/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-721.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

In re Bozsik.

On June 4, 2008, this court found Steven A. Bozsik to be a vexatious litigator under Rule 4.03(B) in State ex rel. Bozsik v. Ninth Dist. Court of Appeals Judges, 2008-Ohio-2595. On Bozsik’s motion for leave to file affidavit requesting a new judicial assignment. Motion granted. The clerk of the court shall file the motion for leave in 2025-0475, State ex rel. Bozsik v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr., as of March 3, 2026.

2025-1260. Deutsche Bank Natl. Trust Co. v. Pinkston.

Richland App. No. 2025CA0030, 2025-Ohio-3178. On appellee’s motion to strike motion for reconsideration. Motion denied. Sua sponte, appellee permitted to file a response to appellant’s motion for reconsideration within ten days from the date of the court’s entry.

2026-0005. Scott v. Green.

Summit App. No. 31412. On appellant’s request for leave to plead to amend memorandum in support of jurisdiction. Request granted. Appellant’s amended memorandum in support of jurisdiction deemed filed as of the date of the court’s entry.

APPEALS NOT ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1603. State v. Tilton.

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Lake App. Nos. 2025-L-016 and 2025-L-017, 2025-Ohio-5471. Appellant’s emergency motion for supervisory relief and temporary suspension of execution of sentence denied. Appellant’s request to disregard or strike memorandum in response denied.

DeWine, J., would deny the motion as moot.

Brunner and Shanahan, JJ., would deny the motion and the request as moot.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 6, 2026

[Cite as 03/06/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-752.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0257. State ex rel. Spencer v. Stark Cty. Bd. of Elections.

In Prohibition. Sua sponte, it is ordered that the following schedule is set for the filing of the answer, evidence, and briefs: Respondents shall file an answer to the complaint no later than 3:00 p.m. on Monday, March 9, 2026; relator shall file evidence and a merit brief no later than 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10, 2026; respondents shall file evidence and a merit brief no later than 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 12, 2026; and relator may file a reply brief no later than 3:00 p.m. on Friday, March 13, 2026. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 2, 2026

[Cite as 03/02/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-689.]

SLIP OPINIONS REPLACED BY OHIO OFFICIAL REPORTS VERSIONS

AS OF MARCH 2, 2026

The official versions of the opinions listed below, which were previously released as slip opinions, are being published in the March 2, 2026 Ohio Official Reports advance sheet. The Official Reports volume and initial page numbers are provided after the citation for reference.

2024-0279. State ex rel. Staple v. State Emp. Relations Bd., 2025-Ohio-4698. (180 Ohio St.3d 406)

2024-1563. State ex rel. Ames v. Big Walnut Local School Dist. Bd. of Edn., 2025-Ohio-2493. (180 Ohio St.3d 402)

2025-0104. State ex rel. Martens v. Findlay, 2025-Ohio-5589. (180 Ohio St.3d 436)

2025-0429. State ex rel. Papageorgiou v. Avalotis Corp., 2025-Ohio-5371. (180 Ohio St.3d 419)

2025-0483. Disciplinary Counsel v. Gill, 2025-Ohio-5392. (180 Ohio St.3d 429)

2025-1153. In re Resignation of Ulinski, 2025-Ohio-5553. (180 Ohio St.3d 1210)

2025-1409. In re Resignation of McMahon, 2025-Ohio-5554. (180 Ohio St.3d 1212)

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

February 27, 2026

[Cite as 02/27/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-665.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2025-0743. State ex rel. Mason v. Basinger, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-638.

Allen App. No. 01-24-073. Judgment modified and writ of mandamus denied.

Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., concurs in judgment only.

DISCIPLINARY CASES

2024-1099. Columbus Bar Assn. v. Ryan.

On application to terminate probation by respondent, Corinne Noelle Ryan, Attorney Registration No. 0066393, last known business address in Gahanna, Ohio. Application granted. Probation terminated.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

February 26, 2026

[Cite as 02/26/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-651.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-0623. Eddy v. Farmers Property Cas. Ins. Co., Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-626.

Hamilton App. No. C-230298, 2024-Ohio-1047. Judgment reversed and cause remanded to the trial court.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer and Brunner, JJ., dissent and would dismiss the appeal as having been improvidently accepted.

2025-1014. State ex rel. Patterson v. Starn, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-627.

Hancock App. No. 5-25-05. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1053. Peace v. Galloway, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-628.

Ross App. No. 25CA14. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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2025-1314. Medina Cty. Bar Assn. v. Hall, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-629.

On Certified Report by the Board of Professional Conduct, No. 2025-002. Eric Dorman Hall, Attorney Registration No. 0067566, last known business address in Medina, Ohio, suspended from the practice of law for six months, fully stayed on conditions.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., not participating.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

February 25, 2026

[Cite as 02/25/2026 Case Announcements #4, 2026-Ohio-650.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2026-0048. State ex rel. DeGraff v. Ottawa Cty. Bd. of Elections, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-649.

In Prohibition. Writ denied.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

February 25, 2026

[Cite as 02/25/2026 Case Announcements #3, 2026-Ohio-633.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-0912. State v. Barton.

Hamilton App. No. C-240427, 2025-Ohio-1904. On motion of amicus curiae, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, to participate in oral argument. Motion granted. Amicus curiae shall share the time allotted to appellee.

2025-0952 and 2025-0962. State v. Burrell.

Muskingum App. No. CT2025-0022. On motion of amicus curiae, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, to participate in oral argument. Motion granted. Amicus curiae shall share the time allotted to appellant.

DISCIPLINARY CASES

In re Janeway.

On recommendation by the Commission on Continuing Legal Education that respondent be reinstated to the practice of law. Recommendation adopted. Respondent, Cynthia Louise Janeway, Attorney Registration No. 0068617, reinstated to the practice of law.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

February 25, 2026

[Cite as 02/25/2026 Case Announcements #2, 2026-Ohio-617.]

APPEALS NOT ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1560. In re A.B.

Miami App. No. 2025-CA-24, 2025-Ohio-4771. Appellant’s request for oral argument denied.

DeWine, J., would deny the request as moot.

Fischer, J., dissents, with an opinion joined by Brunner, J.

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FISCHER, J., joined by BRUNNER, J., dissenting.

In this jurisdictional appeal from a dependency action, a pro se mother raises important constitutional issues related to her fundamental rights as a parent and to due process. Mother argues that an indigent parent such as herself is entitled to appointed counsel and to transcripts at the State’s expense in a dependency action in which mother seeks to modify a disposition of legal custody.

Mother’s child, A.B., was born in August 2013. In February 2021, Miami County Children’s Services ("MCCS") filed a dependency complaint regarding A.B in the Miami County Common Pleas Court, Juvenile Division. The juvenile court adjudicated A.B. dependent in May 2021. In January 2022, MCCS filed a motion to award legal custody to the maternal grandparents. The juvenile court granted MCCS’s motion and awarded legal custody of A.B. to her maternal grandparents under R.C. 2151.353(A)(3). Mother did not file objections to the magistrate’s decision and did not appeal the juvenile court’s decision.

In September 2024, however, mother filed a pro se motion in the juvenile court entitled a "Motion to Terminate an Order of Disposition." In December 2024, mother requested

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transcripts of the underlying dependency matter at the State’s expense, with an estimated deposit cost of $1,237.50. The trial court denied mother’s request for transcripts because mother had a motion for custody pending, which the trial court termed a "civil matter." Mother also sought a continuance to retain counsel.

Mother’s custody motion eventually proceeded to trial with mother unrepresented. In February 2025, the magistrate entered a decision denying mother’s custody motion. Mother filed objections to the magistrate’s decision, and the juvenile court overruled mother’s objections in April 2025, stating that because mother had failed to file a transcript, its review was limited to the magistrate’s conclusions of law. The trial court found no error in the magistrate’s decision.

In May 2025, mother appealed to the Second District Court of Appeals. One of mother’s assignments of error pertained to the juvenile court’s denial of her request for transcripts. Mother also filed with that court a motion for the requested transcripts, but the Second District overruled mother’s request, reasoning that an appellate court cannot consider for the first time transcripts not filed in the trial court.

In September 2025, mother filed a motion requesting appointed counsel for purposes of her appeal. The Second District also overruled mother’s request for counsel, citing R.C. 2151.352 (stating that an indigent person is not entitled to appointed counsel in R.C. 2151.23(A)(2) civil matters). Mother filed a motion for reconsideration of the appellate court’s denial of her motion for appointed counsel, and the appellate court again denied mother’s motion, reasoning, "Absent state involvement and the permanent, involuntary termination of parental rights, appellant does not have a constitutional right to appointed counsel for this appeal." No. 2025-CA-24 (2d Dist. Oct. 15, 2025).

The Second District overruled mother’s objections partly because of her failure to make the transcript of the hearing held before the magistrate part of the appellate record. 2025-Ohio-4771, ¶ 37 (2d Dist.) The Second District also determined that mother was not entitled to a transcript at the State’s expense. Id. at ¶ 35.

Mother filed this discretionary appeal pro se. She argues that her case presents constitutional issues concerning fundamental parental rights and due process, including her right to counsel and to transcripts at the State’s expense.

R.C. 2151.352 provides that an indigent parent has a right to appointed counsel at all stages of proceedings brought under R.C. Ch. 2151, except where the juvenile court exercises

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jurisdiction in certain circumstances, including under R.C. 2151.23(A)(2). R.C. 2151.23(A)(2) gives the juvenile court exclusive original jurisdiction over child custody matters outside of domestic-relations cases.

In denying mother’s request for appointed counsel, the Second District reasoned that mother’s custody motion fell within the R.C. 2151.23(A)(2) exception to the State’s obligation to provide counsel, and therefore even if indigent, mother had no right to counsel under R.C. 2151.352. But mother argues that R.C. 2151.23(A)(2) does not apply to custody motions in dependency cases, which she claims arise under R.C. 2151.353.

R.C. 2151.353(F)(2) provides that "any party, other than any parent whose parental rights with respect to the child have been terminated . . . may at any time request the court to modify or terminate any order of disposition issued pursuant to [R.C. 2151.353(A)]. . . . The court shall hold a hearing upon the motion as if the hearing were the original dispositional hearing and shall give all parties to the action and the guardian ad litem notice of the hearing pursuant to the Juvenile Rules." R.C. 2151.352 does not identify cases brought under R.C. 2151.353 as among those for whom appointment of counsel for indigent parties is denied.

Importantly, mother’s argument that R.C. 2151.23(A)(2) does not apply to custody motions in dependency cases arising under R.C. 2151.353 is supported by at least one appellate court case: In re S.L., 2019-Ohio-815, ¶ 45 (6th Dist.). In In re S.L., legal custody of the father’s child had been awarded to the mother’s friends following a dependency adjudication. Father did not appeal the legal-custody determination; however, father later filed motions for a communication order and to change parenting time. Id. at ¶ 15, 17. The Sixth District Court of Appeals concluded that father’s motions sought to modify the trial court’s dispositional order issued under R.C. 2151.353(A)(3), and therefore father’s motions arose under R.C. 2151.353(F)(2), which entitled father to appointed counsel in accordance with R.C. 2151.352. Id. at ¶ 45. The Sixth District specifically disagreed with the trial court’s characterization of the proceedings as "a civil matter between two private parties" under R.C. 2151.23(A)(2), determining that R.C. 2151.23(A)(2) does not apply to custody proceedings in which a court has made a finding of abuse, dependency, or neglect. Id. at ¶ 43.

The Sixth District’s holding in In re S.L., which recognized the father’s right to appointed counsel for his custody-modification motions, seems at odds with the decision of the

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Second District in this case, which denied mother’s repeated requests for appointed counsel in her appeal from the denial of her custody-modification motion.

Mother’s argument that she is entitled to transcripts at the State’s expense for this dependency matter also raises an interesting and unsettled due-process issue. The juvenile court below denied mother’s request for transcripts at the State’s expense, as did the Second District. Other appellate courts have struggled with whether indigent parents have a right to transcripts at the State’s expense in dependency actions that do not involve the termination of parental rights. See In re A.P., 2014-Ohio-5244, ¶ 9 (10th Dist.) (considering in a dependency action "whether the United States Constitution and/or Ohio Constitution require the State to pay for and provide a transcript to an indigent parent when, in an action instituted by the State, a magistrate recommends granting legal custody of a child to someone other than a parent[,]" and adding, "Unfortunately, no federal or Ohio court has addressed this precise issue."); see also In re E.J., 2015-Ohio-731, ¶ 18 (12th Dist.) (holding in a dependency action that an indigent mother did not have a constitutional right to a transcript of a dispositional hearing at the State’s expense, because mother’s parental rights were not terminated, but noting that "it may have been better practice in this case to allow [m]other to obtain a transcript at the state’s expense").

Given the important constitutional issues raised in mother’s appeal regarding whether an indigent parent who seeks to modify a disposition of legal custody in a dependency action is entitled to appointed counsel and to transcripts at the State’s expense, and given the concerns of the appellate courts, this court should take the opportunity to consider and to clarify these issues. Therefore, I would accept jurisdiction over mother’s appeal and consider whether to appoint her counsel for purposes of the appeal. Because the majority decides otherwise, I respectfully dissent.

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CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

February 25, 2026

[Cite as 02/25/2026 Case Announcements #2, 2026-Ohio-617.]

APPEALS NOT ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1560. In re A.B.

Miami App. No. 2025-CA-24, 2025-Ohio-4771. Appellant’s request for oral argument denied.

DeWine, J., would deny the request as moot.

Fischer, J., dissents, with an opinion joined by Brunner, J.

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FISCHER, J., joined by BRUNNER, J., dissenting.

In this jurisdictional appeal from a dependency action, a pro se mother raises important constitutional issues related to her fundamental rights as a parent and to due process. Mother argues that an indigent parent such as herself is entitled to appointed counsel and to transcripts at the State’s expense in a dependency action in which mother seeks to modify a disposition of legal custody.

Mother’s child, A.B., was born in August 2013. In February 2021, Miami County Children’s Services ("MCCS") filed a dependency complaint regarding A.B in the Miami County Common Pleas Court, Juvenile Division. The juvenile court adjudicated A.B. dependent in May 2021. In January 2022, MCCS filed a motion to award legal custody to the maternal grandparents. The juvenile court granted MCCS’s motion and awarded legal custody of A.B. to her maternal grandparents under R.C. 2151.353(A)(3). Mother did not file objections to the magistrate’s decision and did not appeal the juvenile court’s decision.

In September 2024, however, mother filed a pro se motion in the juvenile court entitled a "Motion to Terminate an Order of Disposition." In December 2024, mother requested

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transcripts of the underlying dependency matter at the State’s expense, with an estimated deposit cost of $1,237.50. The trial court denied mother’s request for transcripts because mother had a motion for custody pending, which the trial court termed a "civil matter." Mother also sought a continuance to retain counsel.

Mother’s custody motion eventually proceeded to trial with mother unrepresented. In February 2025, the magistrate entered a decision denying mother’s custody motion. Mother filed objections to the magistrate’s decision, and the juvenile court overruled mother’s objections in April 2025, stating that because mother had failed to file a transcript, its review was limited to the magistrate’s conclusions of law. The trial court found no error in the magistrate’s decision.

In May 2025, mother appealed to the Second District Court of Appeals. One of mother’s assignments of error pertained to the juvenile court’s denial of her request for transcripts. Mother also filed with that court a motion for the requested transcripts, but the Second District overruled mother’s request, reasoning that an appellate court cannot consider for the first time transcripts not filed in the trial court.

In September 2025, mother filed a motion requesting appointed counsel for purposes of her appeal. The Second District also overruled mother’s request for counsel, citing R.C. 2151.352 (stating that an indigent person is not entitled to appointed counsel in R.C. 2151.23(A)(2) civil matters). Mother filed a motion for reconsideration of the appellate court’s denial of her motion for appointed counsel, and the appellate court again denied mother’s motion, reasoning, "Absent state involvement and the permanent, involuntary termination of parental rights, appellant does not have a constitutional right to appointed counsel for this appeal." No. 2025-CA-24 (2d Dist. Oct. 15, 2025).

The Second District overruled mother’s objections partly because of her failure to make the transcript of the hearing held before the magistrate part of the appellate record. 2025-Ohio-4771, ¶ 37 (2d Dist.) The Second District also determined that mother was not entitled to a transcript at the State’s expense. Id. at ¶ 35.

Mother filed this discretionary appeal pro se. She argues that her case presents constitutional issues concerning fundamental parental rights and due process, including her right to counsel and to transcripts at the State’s expense.

R.C. 2151.352 provides that an indigent parent has a right to appointed counsel at all stages of proceedings brought under R.C. Ch. 2151, except where the juvenile court exercises

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jurisdiction in certain circumstances, including under R.C. 2151.23(A)(2). R.C. 2151.23(A)(2) gives the juvenile court exclusive original jurisdiction over child custody matters outside of domestic-relations cases.

In denying mother’s request for appointed counsel, the Second District reasoned that mother’s custody motion fell within the R.C. 2151.23(A)(2) exception to the State’s obligation to provide counsel, and therefore even if indigent, mother had no right to counsel under R.C. 2151.352. But mother argues that R.C. 2151.23(A)(2) does not apply to custody motions in dependency cases, which she claims arise under R.C. 2151.353.

R.C. 2151.353(F)(2) provides that "any party, other than any parent whose parental rights with respect to the child have been terminated . . . may at any time request the court to modify or terminate any order of disposition issued pursuant to [R.C. 2151.353(A)]. . . . The court shall hold a hearing upon the motion as if the hearing were the original dispositional hearing and shall give all parties to the action and the guardian ad litem notice of the hearing pursuant to the Juvenile Rules." R.C. 2151.352 does not identify cases brought under R.C. 2151.353 as among those for whom appointment of counsel for indigent parties is denied.

Importantly, mother’s argument that R.C. 2151.23(A)(2) does not apply to custody motions in dependency cases arising under R.C. 2151.353 is supported by at least one appellate court case: In re S.L., 2019-Ohio-815, ¶ 45 (6th Dist.). In In re S.L., legal custody of the father’s child had been awarded to the mother’s friends following a dependency adjudication. Father did not appeal the legal-custody determination; however, father later filed motions for a communication order and to change parenting time. Id. at ¶ 15, 17. The Sixth District Court of Appeals concluded that father’s motions sought to modify the trial court’s dispositional order issued under R.C. 2151.353(A)(3), and therefore father’s motions arose under R.C. 2151.353(F)(2), which entitled father to appointed counsel in accordance with R.C. 2151.352. Id. at ¶ 45. The Sixth District specifically disagreed with the trial court’s characterization of the proceedings as "a civil matter between two private parties" under R.C. 2151.23(A)(2), determining that R.C. 2151.23(A)(2) does not apply to custody proceedings in which a court has made a finding of abuse, dependency, or neglect. Id. at ¶ 43.

The Sixth District’s holding in In re S.L., which recognized the father’s right to appointed counsel for his custody-modification motions, seems at odds with the decision of the

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Second District in this case, which denied mother’s repeated requests for appointed counsel in her appeal from the denial of her custody-modification motion.

Mother’s argument that she is entitled to transcripts at the State’s expense for this dependency matter also raises an interesting and unsettled due-process issue. The juvenile court below denied mother’s request for transcripts at the State’s expense, as did the Second District. Other appellate courts have struggled with whether indigent parents have a right to transcripts at the State’s expense in dependency actions that do not involve the termination of parental rights. See In re A.P., 2014-Ohio-5244, ¶ 9 (10th Dist.) (considering in a dependency action "whether the United States Constitution and/or Ohio Constitution require the State to pay for and provide a transcript to an indigent parent when, in an action instituted by the State, a magistrate recommends granting legal custody of a child to someone other than a parent[,]" and adding, "Unfortunately, no federal or Ohio court has addressed this precise issue."); see also In re E.J., 2015-Ohio-731, ¶ 18 (12th Dist.) (holding in a dependency action that an indigent mother did not have a constitutional right to a transcript of a dispositional hearing at the State’s expense, because mother’s parental rights were not terminated, but noting that "it may have been better practice in this case to allow [m]other to obtain a transcript at the state’s expense").

Given the important constitutional issues raised in mother’s appeal regarding whether an indigent parent who seeks to modify a disposition of legal custody in a dependency action is entitled to appointed counsel and to transcripts at the State’s expense, and given the concerns of the appellate courts, this court should take the opportunity to consider and to clarify these issues. Therefore, I would accept jurisdiction over mother’s appeal and consider whether to appoint her counsel for purposes of the appeal. Because the majority decides otherwise, I respectfully dissent.

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CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

February 25, 2026

[Cite as 02/25/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-616.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-1419. 729 W. 130th St., L.L.C. v. Hinckley Twp. Bd. of Zoning Appeals, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-595.

Medina App. No. 2023CA0020-M, 2024-Ohio-3349. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-0830. Donald Sullivan, L.L.C. v. Reynolds, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-596.

Ashtabula App. No. 2025-A-0007, 2025-Ohio-1903. Appeal dismissed as moot.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-0834. State ex rel. Suburban Driving School, L.L.C. v. Bur. of Workers’ Comp., Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-597.

Franklin App. No. 23AP-241, 2025-Ohio-1841. On appellant’s request for oral argument. Request denied. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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2025-0842. State ex rel. Wright v. Madison Cty. Clerk of Courts, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-598.

Madison App. No. CA2025-01-001. On appellee’s motion to dismiss the appeal. Motion denied. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2025-1309. State ex rel. Phlipot v. Indus. Comm.

In Procedendo. Cause dismissed pursuant to Rule 12.04.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1509. Picard v. Richland Cty. Court of Common Pleas.

In Mandamus and Procedendo. Cause dismissed pursuant to Rule 12.04.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1542. State ex rel. Ames v. Oldfield.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On "revised unopposed motion to intervene" of Stow-Munroe Falls City School District Board of Education. Motion granted. Respondent’s motion to dismiss granted. Respondent’s motion to declare relator a vexatious litigator denied. Intervening respondent’s "motion for leave to file Rule 4.03 motion instanter" and motion to strike the opposition to the motion for leave denied as moot. Cause dismissed.

Brunner, Deters, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., and Hawkins, J., concur in part and dissent in part and would deny the motion to intervene as moot.

Fischer, J., concurs in part and dissents in part and would grant the motion to declare relator a vexatious litigator

DeWine, J., concurs in part and dissents in part and would deny the motion to intervene as moot and would grant the motion to declare relator a vexatious litigator.

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2025-1551. State ex rel. Sellers v. Franklin Cty. Clerk of Courts Records Div.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents and would order respondent to file an answer and would grant an alternative writ.

2025-1553. Alford v. Chambers-Smith.

In Prohibition. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1555. State ex rel. Diallo v. McIntosh.

In Procedendo. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1567. State ex rel. Clemens v. Boldt.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1577. State ex rel. Whitfield v. Jenkins.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1579. State ex rel. Colon v. Eighth Dist. Court of Appeals Judges.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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2025-1580. Office of the Ohio Consumers’ Counsel v. French.

In Prohibition. On Dayton Power and Light Company’s motion to intervene as respondent. Motion denied for failure to comply with Civ.R. 24(C). Respondents’ motion to dismiss granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Deters, J., not participating.

2025-1585. State ex rel. Rielinger v. Mona.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1591. Long v. Crawford Cty. Bd. of Revision.

Board of Tax Appeals, No. 2025-1023. Sua sponte, appeal dismissed for lack of jurisdiction. Because the appeal instituted by appellant originated from a board-of-revision proceeding, this court lacks jurisdiction under R.C. 5717.04 to decide it. See Akron City Schools Bd. of Edn. v. Summit Cty. Bd. of Revision, 2023-Ohio-4695.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1605. Dru Pottinger Master Trust v. Sutula.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On respondents’ motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1649. State ex rel. Johnson v. Cook.

In Prohibition. On respondents’ motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Relator’s motion for leave to reply to motion to dismiss denied as moot. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, Brunner, Deters, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

DeWine, J., concurs in part and dissents in part and would grant relator’s motion.

Hawkins, J., dissents and would order respondents to file an answer and would grant an alternative writ.

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2025-1664. State ex rel. Acevedo v. Lorain Cty. Court of Common Pleas.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Relator’s motion for leave to file a revised memorandum in opposition to respondent’s motion to dismiss denied. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1665. State ex rel. Alexander v. Cottrill.

In Prohibition. On respondent’s motion to consolidate cases. Motion denied as moot. Respondent’s motion to dismiss granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1677. State ex rel. Rockhold v. Fairfield Cty. Mun. Court.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1702. State ex rel. Givens v. Belmont Cty. Bd. of Elections.

In Mandamus, Prohibition, Procedendo, and Quo Warranto. On relator’s motion for expedited schedule. Motion denied as moot. Motion to dismiss of respondents Robert Newhart, Michael Meintel, John Longwell, Melanie Haswell, Brandon Parr, Robert Gorrell, Lisa Duvall, Sam Carpino, and any other unnamed official or employee of the Village of Shadyside acting in their official capacity granted. Motion to dismiss of respondents Belmont County Board of Elections and Belmont County Prosecuting Attorney J. Kevin Flanagan granted. Sua sponte, cause dismissed as to remaining respondents. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1703. State ex rel. Givens v. LaRose.

In Mandamus, Prohibition, Procedendo, and Quo Warranto. On relator’s motion for expedited schedule. Motion denied as moot. Motion to dismiss of respondent Secretary of State Frank LaRose granted. Motion to dismiss of respondents Belmont County Board of Elections and Director Eberle Ferrell granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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2026-0027. Egan v. Conneaut Mun. Court Clerk of Courts.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On relator’s emergency motion for temporary stay of enforcement pending resolution of original action. Motion denied as moot. Relator’s emergency motion to expedite and emergency motion for immediate administrative stay pending court review denied as moot. Relator’s "motion requiring (A) election of role, (B) disclosure of defense authority and payer, and (C) in camera review" denied as moot. Relator’s emergency petition for supervisory relief, jurisdictional stay, and temporary restraining order denied as moot. Relator’s request for recusal or independent review, request for preservation, and motion to strike filings as improperly filed denied as moot. Amended motions to dismiss of respondents Conneaut Municipal Court Clerk of Courts and Ashtabula Municipal Court Clerk of Courts granted. Relator’s request for acknowledgment of receipt and judicial review denied as moot. Relator’s motion to strike and preclude reliance on all Ashtabula Municipal Court-transmitted records denied as moot. Motion to dismiss of respondent Ashtabula County Court of Common Pleas granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, and Deters, JJ., concur.

Brunner, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur but would deny as moot the emergency petition for supervisory relief, jurisdictional stay, and temporary restraining order as well as the request for recusal or independent review.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2019-0319. State ex rel. Evans v. State.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motion to reopen case. Motion denied. Relator’s motion for appointment of master to conduct discovery denied as moot.

2025-0424. Sparks v. Frederick.

Marion App. No. 9-24-58. On appellant’s request for review of judgment entry. Request denied.

2025-0565. State ex rel. McCartney v. Simco Mgt., Inc.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-13, 2025-Ohio-753. On appellant’s motion to maintain stay of briefing schedule. Motion granted. Stay maintained pending the decision in case No. 2026-0025.

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2025-1252. State ex rel. Allah-U-Akbar v. Neimi.

In Habeas Corpus. On petitioner’s "motion to declare Rules 3.02(B), 12.04(B)(2), and 18.02(A)(1) unconstitutional as discriminatory against pro se incarcerated litigants." Motion denied.

2025-1257. State ex rel. Kimble v. State Farm Fire & Cas. Co.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motion for sanctions, default-style relief, referral to mediation, and integrated settlement framework. Motion denied.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

February 24, 2026

[Cite as 02/24/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-625.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-0236. In re RPA Energy, Inc., Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-563.

Public Utilities Commission, No. 22-441-GE-COI. Order affirmed in part and reversed in part and cause remanded.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Crouse, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Candace C. Crouse, J., of the First District Court of Appeals, sitting for Deters, J.

2025-0479. State ex rel. Teagarden v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr., Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-567.

In Mandamus. Writ granted in part and denied in part. Relator awarded court costs and $5,000 in statutory damages.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, J., concurs but would not award damages.

2025-0612. State ex rel. Harris v. Rothgery, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-578.

Lorain App. No. 24CA012122, 2025-Ohio-1299. On relator’s request for oral argument, motion for judicial notice, and motion for sanctions. Request and motions denied. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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2025-0794. State ex rel. Martin v. McCormick, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-568.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114928, 2025-Ohio-1742. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-0643. State v. Lebron-Novas.

Erie App. No. E-23-025, 2025-Ohio-1101. On motion of amicus curiae, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, to participate in oral argument. Motion granted. Amicus curiae shall share the time allotted to appellant.

MISCELLANEOUS DISMISSALS

2025-1422. State ex rel. West v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr.

In Mandamus. Relator has not filed a merit brief, due February 19, 2026, in compliance with the Rules of Practice of the Supreme Court of Ohio and therefore has failed to prosecute this cause with the requisite diligence. Cause dismissed.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

February 23, 2026

[Cite as 02/23/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-593.]

DISCIPLINARY CASES

2023-0708. Cleveland Metro. Bar Assn. v. Smith.

On application for reinstatement by respondent, Robert Smith III, Attorney Registration No. 0025381, last known business address in Twinsburg, Ohio. Application granted. Robert Smith III reinstated to the practice of law.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

February 19, 2026

[Cite as 02/19/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-548.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-0257. Voss v. Quicken Loans, L.L.C., Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-531.

Hamilton App. No. C-230065, 2024-Ohio-12. Judgment affirmed in part and reversed in part and cause remanded to the trial court.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Lanzinger, J., concurs in part and dissents in part, with an opinion.

Jill Flagg Lanzinger, J., of the Ninth District Court of Appeals, sitting for Deters, J.

2024-1616. State ex rel. Ames v. Big Walnut Local School Dist. Bd. of Edn., Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-532.

In Mandamus. Writ and relator’s requests for statutory damages, attorney’s fees, and court costs denied.

Fischer, Brunner, and Hawkins, JJ., concur.

Deters, J., concurs in judgment only, with an opinion joined by DeWine and Shanahan, JJ.

Kennedy, C.J., concurs in judgment only in part and dissents in part, with an opinion.

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2025-0090. State ex rel. Fenstermaker v. McConville, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-530.

In Mandamus. Writ and relator’s request for court costs denied, and relator awarded $700 in statutory damages.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, J., concurs but would not award statutory damages.

2025-1322. Disciplinary Counsel v. Gernert, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-529.

On Certified Report by the Board of Professional Conduct, No. 2025-006. Brian Nicholas Gernert, Attorney Registration No. 0089507, last known business address in Bucyrus, Ohio, suspended from the practice of law for two years with 18 months conditionally stayed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, Hess, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

DeWine and Deters, JJ., concur in part and dissent in part and would follow the recommendation of the Board of Professional Conduct to impose a conditionally stayed two-year suspension to be served consecutively to the two-year suspension imposed on October 31, 2024.

Michael D. Hess, J., of the Fourth District Court of Appeals, sitting for Brunner, J.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1181. State ex rel. Ohio Atty. Gen. v. Mohiuddin.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-369, 2025-Ohio-2692. On appellee Casey Goleb’s motion for oral argument. Motion denied. Pursuant to Rule 17.01(A)(2), oral argument will be scheduled after the case has been briefed on the merits in accordance with Rule 11.05.

MISCELLANEOUS DISMISSALS

2025-1570. Afriyie v. United States Postal Serv.

Miscellaneous case. Relator did not file a response to the court’s February 3, 2026 entry ordering relator to show cause why this case should not be dismissed for failure to perfect service on respondent. Sua sponte, cause dismissed for failure to perfect service.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

February 18, 2026

[Cite as 02/18/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-533.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-0899. State v. Ballish, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-503.

Geauga App. No. 2023-G-0044, 2024-Ohio-1855. Judgment reversed and trial court’s sentencing order reinstated.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2024-1089. State ex rel. Harris v. Watson, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-508.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motion to partially withdraw motion to strike affidavit. Motion granted. Relator’s motion to strike the affidavit denied. Relator’s request for sanctions and motion for judicial notice denied. Writ granted in part and denied in part. Relator awarded court costs and $3,000 in statutory damages. Relator’s request for reimbursement for copying and mailing costs denied. Relator’s request for a civil forfeiture under R.C. 149.351 dismissed.

DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., concurs in part and dissents in part, with an opinion.

Fischer, J., dissents.

2024-1169. State ex rel. Lawrence v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr., Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-509.

In Mandamus. Limited writ granted. Relator’s request for court costs denied and request for statutory damages deferred pending respondent’s compliance with the limited writ.

Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., concurs in part and dissents in part, with an opinion.

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MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0138. Craig v. Cromes.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114917, 2025-Ohio-5759. On motion for permission to appear pro hac vice of Daniel R. Suhr and amended motion for permission to appear pro hac vice of Christopher Mills. Motions granted. Pursuant to Gov.Bar R. XII(4), counsel shall file a notice of permission to appear pro hac vice with the Supreme Court’s Office of Attorney Services within 30 days.

DISCIPLINARY CASES

2025-1409. In re Resignation of McMahon.

Sua sponte, Paige James McMahon, Attorney Registration No. 0040755, last known business address in Chillicothe, Ohio, found in contempt for failure to surrender certificate of admission and failure to file an affidavit of compliance on or before January 14, 2026.

2025-1454. In re Resignation of Westfall.

Sua sponte, Elizabeth V. Westfall, Attorney Registration No. 0078091, last known business address in Dublin, Ohio, found in contempt for failure to surrender certificate of admission and failure to file an affidavit of compliance on or before January 12, 2026.

MISCELLANEOUS DISMISSALS

2025-1606. Youngblood v. Tornichio.

Greene App. No. 2025-CA-52. Appellant has not filed a merit brief, due February 9, 2026, in compliance with the Rules of Practice of the Supreme Court of Ohio and therefore has failed to prosecute this cause with the requisite diligence. Cause dismissed.

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MEDIATION MATTERS

2025-0820. Akron v. Harris.

Board of Tax Appeals, No. 2022-282. Pursuant to R.C. 2710.06(B)(1), the court has been notified that the parties to this case have reached a settlement. The case is returned to the regular docket under Rule 19.01. Appellant shall file either an application for dismissal or a notice of failure of settlement within 60 days. The case will be dismissed for want of prosecution if an application for dismissal or a notice of failure of settlement is not filed within 60 days.

2025-1054. State ex rel. Rosnick v. Seneca Cty. Sheriff’s Office.

In Mandamus. Pursuant to R.C. 2710.06(B)(1), the court has been notified that the parties to this case have reached a settlement. The case is returned to the regular docket under Rule 19.01. Relator shall file either an application for dismissal or a notice of failure of settlement within 60 days. The case will be dismissed for want of prosecution if an application for dismissal or a notice of failure of settlement is not filed within 60 days.

2026-0158. State ex rel. Wyne v. Kull.

In Mandamus. The court refers this case to mediation under Rule 19.01 and stays all filing deadlines for this case until further order of this court. The court will not issue any decision on the merits of this case until mediation has concluded.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

February 17, 2026

[Cite as 02/17/2026 Case Announcements #4, 2026-Ohio-511.]

MERIT DECISION WITH OPINIONS

2026-0118. State ex rel. Cincinnati Enquirer v. Baker Ross, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-510.

In Prohibition. On respondent’s motion to dismiss amended complaint. Motion denied. Peremptory writ granted. Relators’ motion for leave to file revised memorandum in opposition to motion to dismiss amended complaint denied as moot.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

February 17, 2026

[Cite as 02/17/2026 Case Announcements #3, 2026-Ohio-506.]

DISCIPLINARY CASES

2026-0183. In re Salters.

On certified entry of felony conviction. Gerald Wayne Salters, Attorney Registration No. 0075470, last known business address in Reynoldsburg, Ohio, suspended from the practice of law for an interim period.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

February 17, 2026

[Cite as 02/17/2026 Case Announcements #2, 2026-Ohio-505.]

SLIP OPINIONS REPLACED BY OHIO OFFICIAL REPORTS VERSIONS

AS OF FEBRUARY 16, 2026

The official versions of the opinions listed below, which were previously released as slip opinions, were published in the February 16, 2026 Ohio Official Reports advance sheet. The Official Reports volume and initial page numbers are provided after the citation for reference.

2023-1557. State ex rel. Boggs v. Cleveland, 2025-Ohio-5094. (180 Ohio St.3d 348)

2024-0008. State ex rel. Mobley v. Grabman, 2025-Ohio-2257. (180 Ohio St.3d 333)

2024-1786. State ex rel. Conomy v. Rohrer, 2025-Ohio-5296. (180 Ohio St.3d 362)

2025-0070. Seelbaugh v. Montgomery Cty. Court of Common Pleas, Domestic Relations Div., 2025-Ohio-5297. (180 Ohio St.3d 373)

2025-0217. State ex rel. Allah-U-Akbar v. Schroeder, 2025-Ohio-5003. (180 Ohio St.3d 340)

2025-0381. State ex rel. Fenstermaker v. VanEerten, 2025-Ohio-5298. (180 Ohio St.3d 380)

2025-0424. Sparks v. Frederick, 2025-Ohio-5370. (180 Ohio St.3d 384)

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2025-0792. Disciplinary Counsel v. Mollica, 2025-Ohio-5372. (180 Ohio St.3d 387)

2025-0793. Disciplinary Counsel v. Collins, 2025-Ohio-5393. (180 Ohio St.3d 393)

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-0325. State ex rel. Platt v. Montgomery Cty. Bd. of Elections, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-480.

In Mandamus. On relator’s attorney-fee application. Application granted in the amount of $28,120.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, J., dissents.

2024-0857. State ex rel. Fenstermaker v. Grogan, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-482.

In Mandamus. Writ and relator’s request for statutory damages denied.

Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., concurs in part and dissents in part, with an opinion.

Brunner, J., concurs in part and dissents in part, with an opinion.

2025-1329. Disciplinary Counsel v. Henderson Carter, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-489.

On Final Report by the Board on the Unauthorized Practice of Law, UPL No. 24-02. Respondent, Pippa Lynn Henderson Carter, enjoined from engaging in the unauthorized practice of law in Ohio. Respondent enjoined from performing notarial acts in Ohio unless and until properly appointed and commissioned as a notary by the Ohio Secretary of State. Civil penalty in the amount of $30,000 imposed on respondent and ordered to be paid within 30 days. If respondent fails to pay the penalty within 30 days, the matter will be referred to the attorney general for collection and this court may find respondent in contempt. Respondent will be liable for all collection costs pursuant to R.C. 131.02 if the debt is certified to the attorney general for collection.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., not participating.

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DISCIPLINARY CASES

2026-0088. In re Resignation of Weisman.

On application for resignation of Mitchell Arthur Weisman, Attorney Registration No. 0003107, last known business address in Beachwood, Ohio. Resignation accepted with disciplinary action pending.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents.

Brunner, J., not participating.

MISCELLANEOUS DISMISSALS

2026-0142. Saha Realty of Elyria, L.L.C. v. Kobasher.

In Procedendo. On relator’s application for dismissal. Application granted. Cause dismissed.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

February 17, 2026

[Cite as 02/17/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-475.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2025-1074. State ex rel. Anthony v. Murphy.

In Mandamus, Prohibition, and Habeas Corpus. On relator’s emergency motion for stay/temporary restraining order. Motion denied as moot. City of Galion’s motion to intervene and motion to declare relator a vexatious litigator denied as moot. Relator’s emergency motion for immediate stay of bond forfeiture and arrest proceedings and supplemental evidence of coordinated retaliation denied as moot. Relator’s motion for temporary protective order, request for emergency relief, motion for order directing the clerk to make available or repurpose the sealed master USB drive, motion to redact profane language, preserve context, and accept apology, emergency omnibus motion for order to show cause, motion for expedited evidentiary hearing, "motion for immediate habeas corpus/reunification," motion for temporary restraining order, "motion for prohibition, mandamus, procedendo, quo warranto," motion for vacatur of all void orders, motion for subpoena enforcement and documentation production, motion for sanctions, restitution, and disciplinary referrals, motion to file master USB under seal and for protective order, and emergency motion for service by U.S. Marshals, temporary restraining order, and protective measures denied as moot. Respondents’ motion to dismiss denied as moot. Relator’s "motion to strike unsupported ‘vexatious litigator’ allegations and to require particularization of the ‘34 documents’ claim" (or, in the alternative, for a more definite statement) and request for expedited consideration denied as moot. Relator’s motion to invoke expedited procedures and motion for immediate interim relief denied as moot. Cause dismissed pursuant to Rule 12.04.

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2025-1648. State ex rel. Johnson v. Cook.

In Habeas Corpus. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1659. Terrell v. Watson.

In Habeas Corpus. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1661. Black v. State.

In Habeas Corpus. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1662. Taylor v. Calabrese.

In Habeas Corpus. On petitioner’s "motion to proceed investigation." Motion denied. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1680. Taylor v. May.

In Habeas Corpus. On petitioner’s "motion to proceed investigation." Motion denied. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1681. Taylor v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr., Dietician Dept.

In Habeas Corpus. On petitioner’s "motion to proceed investigation." Motion denied. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1682. Taylor v. Cole.

In Habeas Corpus. On petitioner’s "motion to proceed investigation." Motion denied. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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2025-1692. Taylor v. Ohio Parole Bd.

In Habeas Corpus. On petitioner’s "motion to proceed investigation." Motion denied. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2026-0015. Richards v. Shemo.

In Habeas Corpus. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2026-0017. Spencer v. Vinton Cty. Sheriff.

In Habeas Corpus. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1025. State v. Copeland.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-331, 2025-Ohio-2204. On appellant’s amended motion for stay. Motion denied.

2025-1265. Gateway Royalty, L.L.C. v. EAP Ohio, L.L.C.

Carroll App. No. 24 CA 0980, 2025-Ohio-2961. On appellees’ motion to dismiss appeal as improvidently accepted. Motion denied.

2025-1575. State v. Bibbins.

Muskingum App. No. CT2025-0020, 2025-Ohio-4341. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

Fischer and DeWine, JJ., dissent.

2025-1576. State v. Shamblin.

Pickaway App. No. 23CA9, 2024-Ohio-5315. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

Fischer and Brunner, JJ., dissent.

2025-1581. State v. Knox.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114982. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

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2025-1596. State v. Martinez.

Madison App. No. CA2024-11-021, 2025-Ohio-4786. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion granted. Appellant shall file a memorandum in support of jurisdiction within 30 days.

Hawkins, J., dissents.

2025-1609. State v. Mixon.

Muskingum App. No. CT2025-0021, 2025-Ohio-2970. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion granted. Appellant shall file a memorandum in support of jurisdiction within 30 days.

Fischer, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., dissent.

2025-1614. State v. Huffman.

Hamilton App. No. C-230426. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

Deters, J., not participating.

2025-1624. State v. Page.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115500. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

2025-1625. State v. Christian.

Summit App. No. 31095, 2025-Ohio-2976. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion granted. Appellant shall file a memorandum in support of jurisdiction within 30 days.

DeWine, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., dissent.

2025-1626. State v. Mitchell.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114545, 2025-Ohio-2772. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion granted. Appellant shall file a memorandum in support of jurisdiction within 30 days.

Fischer, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., dissent.

2025-1667. State v. Foster.

Cuyahoga App. No. 112564, 2024-Ohio-2075. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied. Appellant’s "motion for appeal O.R. bond" denied.

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2025-1669. State v. Foster.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114148, 2025-Ohio-2673. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied. Appellant’s "motion for appeal O.R. bond" denied.

2025-1685. State v. Parker.

Muskingum App. No. CT2025-0026, 2025-Ohio-5004. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

Fischer, Brunner, and Shanahan, JJ., dissent.

2025-1691. State v. Angel.

Franklin App. No. 19AP-771, 2021-Ohio-4322. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

2025-1697. State v. Grubbs.

Hamilton App. No. C-240165, 2025-Ohio-2756. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

Fischer, J., dissents.

Deters, J., not participating.

2025-1701. State v. Lyles.

Hamilton App. No. C-240286, 2024-Ohio-5834. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

2025-1706. State v. Short.

Lawrence App. No. 24CA17, 2025-Ohio-5014. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

Fischer and Brunner, JJ., dissent.

2025-1710. State v. Almedom.

Franklin App. No. 23AP-597. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied. Appellant’s motion for appointment of counsel denied as moot.

DeWine, J., would deny the motion for appointment of counsel on the merits.

Fischer, J., dissents in part and would grant the motion for appointment of counsel.

Brunner, J., not participating.

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2026-0013. State v. McAllister.

Stark App. No. 2024CA00193, 2025-Ohio-4834. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer and Brunner, JJ., dissent.

2026-0051. Burgett v. SD Orrville, L.L.C.

Wayne App. No. 25AP0002, 2025-Ohio-5837. On appellant’s motion for stay pending appeal and request for expedited consideration. Motion and request denied.

Fischer, J., dissents.

2026-0074. Nealey v. Ackerman Group.

In Mandamus. On relator’s emergency motion to stay eviction enforcement. Motion denied.

APPEALS ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1369. State v. Molina.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114849, 2025-Ohio-4758. Sua sponte, cause held for the decision in 2024-1464, State v. Fontanez.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2025-1510. State ex rel. Yost v. Cent. Tobacco & Stuff, Inc.

Delaware App. No. 24 CAE 11 0103, 2025-Ohio-4613.

2025-1598. State v. Riffee.

Hamilton App. No. C-240535, 2025-Ohio-4886. Sua sponte, cause held for the decision in 2024-1050, State v. Striblin.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, J., dissent.

2025-1621. State v. Stonewall.

Hamilton App. No. C-240607, 2025-Ohio-4974. Sua sponte, cause held for the decision in 2024-1050, State v. Striblin.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents.

Shanahan, J., not participating.

2025-1637. Dornette v. Green Bldg. Consulting, L.L.C.

Hamilton App. No. C-240689, 2025-Ohio-4944.

DeWine, Deters, and Shanahan, JJ., not participating.

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APPEALS NOT ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1089. State v. Marshall.

Lorain App. No. 23CA012056, 2025-Ohio-2283.

2025-1126. State v. Roe.

Wood App. No. WD-24-044, 2025-Ohio-2501.

2025-1289. Hicks v. Clermont Cty. Republican Cent. Commt.

Clermont App. No. CA2025-01-005, 2025-Ohio-2913.

Hawkins, J., not participating.

2025-1436. Lockhart v. Anick.

Lucas App. No. L-24-1174, 2025-Ohio-4496.

Fischer and Brunner, JJ., dissent.

2025-1502. Stephens v. Spahn.

Madison App. No. CA2024-11-022, 2025-Ohio-4509.

Fischer and Brunner, JJ., dissent.

2025-1503. State v. Mack.

Richland App. No. 22CA83, 2025-Ohio-4812.

2025-1504. State v. Phillips.

Franklin App. No. 23AP-582, 2025-Ohio-4555.

Brunner, J., dissents and would accept the appeal on proposition of law Nos. I and II.

2025-1505. State v. Carswell.

Sandusky App. No. S-24-021.

2025-1513. Buckeye Boy Scout Found. v. Encino Energy, L.L.C.

Carroll App. No. 25 CA 0986, 2025-Ohio-4868.

Fischer, J., dissents.

2025-1514. State v. Hoffman.

Wood App. Nos. 24-WD-078, 24-WD-080, and 24-WD-081.

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2025-1515. SRM Materials, L.L.C. v. German Twp.

Montgomery App. No. 30419, 2025-Ohio-4605.

2025-1521. State v. Parsons.

Henry App. No. 7-25-01, 2025-Ohio-4626.

Fischer and Brunner, JJ., dissent.

2025-1522. Bowen v. Licking Cty. Common Pleas Court.

Licking App. No. 25CA00057.

2025-1524. Williams v. D & J House Doctors, L.L.C.

Seneca App. No. 13-25-08, 2025-Ohio-4716.

2025-1525. S.M. v. A.P.

Cuyahoga App. No. 113909, 2025-Ohio-2985.

2025-1526. State v. Simpson.

Montgomery App. No. 30420, 2025-Ohio-4684.

2025-1527. Timley v. Timley.

Montgomery App. No. 30632.

2025-1529. State v. Sanchez.

Franklin App. Nos. 25AP-643, 25AP-645, and 25AP-646.

2025-1532. State v. Leneo.

Summit App. No. 31315, 2025-Ohio-2582.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2025-1533. Rutan v. Kelly.

Columbiana App. No. 25 CO 0005, 2025-Ohio-4765.

2025-1535. State v. Justice.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-657.

2025-1539. State v. Bishop.

Jefferson App. No. 25 JE 0005, 2025-Ohio-4948.

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2025-1546. In re Adoption of S.P.

Summit App. No. 31611.

Fischer, J., dissents and would accept the appeal on proposition of law No. I.

2025-1547. State v. Bell.

Montgomery App. No. 30467, 2025-Ohio-4873.

2025-1549. Jones v. U.S. Painters, L.L.C.

Allen App. No. 1-25-10.

2025-1550. In re J.C.

Cuyahoga App. Nos. 114694 and 114711, 2025-Ohio-4753.

2025-1561. Boutros v. MetroHealth Sys. Bd. of Trustees.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114446, 2025-Ohio-3142.

2025-1562. State v. Thompson.

Hamilton App. Nos. C-240720 and C-240721, 2025-Ohio-4825.

2025-1564. Porach v. Cleveland Clinic Found.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114364, 2025-Ohio-2522.

Kennedy, C.J., and Hawkins, J., dissent.

2025-1582. Lang v. THK Mfg. of Am., Inc.

Licking App. No. 25 CA 00030, 2025-Ohio-4811.

2025-1583. State v. Lucas.

Guernsey App. No. 25-CA-08, 2025-Ohio-4863.

Fischer, J., dissents.

2025-1586. State v. Sheppard.

Greene App. No. 2024-CA-50, 2025-Ohio-4882.

2025-1587. State v. Spencer.

Vinton App. No. 25CA707.

2025-1588. State v. Smith.

Franklin App. No. 23AP-669, 2025-Ohio-4806.

Kennedy, C.J., and Hawkins, J., dissent.

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2025-1590. State v. Maynard.

Scioto App. No. 23CA4048, 2025-Ohio-4943.

Brunner, J., dissents and would accept the appeal on proposition of law No. I.

2025-1592. M.F. v. Ohio State Univ. College of Medicine.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-84, 2025-Ohio-4814.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents.

2025-1593. State v. Wharton.

Delaware App. No. 25 CAA 02 0014, 2025-Ohio-4485.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2025-1594. Wuerth v. Nationwide Energy Partners, L.L.C.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-660, 2025-Ohio-4810.

Kennedy, C.J., and Brunner, J., dissent and would hold the cause for the decision in 2024-0207, In re Complaint of Ohio Power Co.

2025-1595. Passwaters v. Novaria.

Muskingum App. No. CT2025-0087. Appellant’s emergency motion for stay of enforcement of permanent injunction pending final judgment and further review denied.

DeWine, J., would deny the motion as moot.

2025-1597. Damron v. Ohio Parole Bd.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-724, 2025-Ohio-4959.

Hawkins, J., not participating.

2025-1599. A.L.W.A.Y., L.L.C. v. Ohio Dept. of Transp.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114845, 2025-Ohio-4850.

2025-1600. Todd v. Epling.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-220, 2025-Ohio-399.

2025-1601. Rodriguez v. Catholic Charities Corp.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114437, 2025-Ohio-4840.

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2025-1607. E.H. v. M.H.

Lucas App. No. L-25-00201. Appellant’s motion for emergency relief pending determination of jurisdiction denied. Appellee’s motion to dismiss motion for emergency relief denied as moot.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, J., would deny appellee’s motion on the merits.

Brunner, J., not participating.

2025-1610. State v. Hall.

Lucas App. No. L-24-1229, 2025-Ohio-5020.

2025-1620. Jacobs v. Jacobs.

Montgomery App. No. 30633. Appellant’s motion for stay of the division of property denied.

2025-1628. Schaffer v. Ohio State Univ.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-376, 2025-Ohio-4962.

2025-1631. Grand v. Cleveland Clinic Found.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114851, 2025-Ohio-4954.

2025-1632. Manning v. Cuyahoga Metro. Hous. Auth.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114429, 2025-Ohio-4751. Appellant’s motion to request oral hearing denied.

Shanahan, J., would deny the motion as moot.

2025-1636. S. Shore Lake Erie Assets & Operations, L.L.C. v. Johnson.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114726, 2025-Ohio-4950.

2025-1644. State v. Sykes.

Mahoning App. No. 25 MA 0039, 2025-Ohio-5214.

2025-1673. State v. Gregory.

Lucas App. Nos. L-21-1106 and L-21-1107, 2023-Ohio-331.

2025-1709. State v. Alexander.

Mahoning App. No. 25 MA 0050, 2025-Ohio-5215.

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RECONSIDERATION OF PRIOR DECISIONS

2024-1363. State ex rel. Clark v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr.

In Mandamus. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5552. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

Brunner, J., dissents in part and would grant the motion as to the latent video recordings.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents.

2025-1123. State ex rel. Hudson v. Cleveland.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-207, 2025-Ohio-2871. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5477. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-1129. State ex rel. Rielinger v. Russo.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5386. On motion for reconsideration and request for full court review. Motion and request denied. Relator’s motion for leave to file revised motion for reconsideration denied. Respondent’s motion to strike motion for leave denied. Respondent’s motion to declare relator a vexatious litigator denied. Relator’s request for sanctions denied.

Shanahan, J., would deny respondent’s motion to strike as moot.

Fischer and DeWine, JJ., dissent in part and would grant the motion to declare relator a vexatious litigator.

Brunner, J., dissents in part and would grant the motion for reconsideration, the request for full court review, and the motion for leave.

Deters, J., dissents in part and would grant the motion to declare relator a vexatious litigator and deny respondent’s motion to strike as moot.

2025-1182. State v. Quigley.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-523, 2025-Ohio-2654. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5220. On amended motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

Brunner, J., dissents and would grant the motion as to proposition of law No. I and hold the cause for the decision in 2024-0312, State v. Polizzi.

2025-1223. Lu v. Univ. of Dayton.

Montgomery App. Nos. 30272 and 30375, 2025-Ohio-1948. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5220. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

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2025-1226. State v. Thompson.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114159, 2025-Ohio-1547. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5429. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2025-1245. State ex rel. Pizzuto v. Trouten.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5539. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied. Relator’s third motion for judicial notice of controlling or persuasive authority denied.

2025-1255. State ex rel. Jabbar v. Columbus.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5386. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-1263. In re A.K.

Highland App. No. 25CA8, 2025-Ohio-2935. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5429. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-1264. State ex rel. Alford v. Diehl.

In Mandamus. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5386. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-1282. Alungbe v. Flottman.

Hamilton App. No. C-250421. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5429. On motion for reconsideration of entry declining jurisdiction and to accept case for review. Motion denied.

2025-1284. Ijakoli v. Alungbe.

Hamilton App. No. C-250460. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5429. On motion for reconsideration of entry declining jurisdiction and to accept case for review. Motion denied.

2025-1286. Mason v. Forshey.

Noble App. No. 25 NO 0522, 2025-Ohio-3130. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5661. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-1288. Ijakoli v. Alungbe.

Hamilton App. No. C-250462. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5429. On motion for reconsideration of entry declining jurisdiction and to accept case for review. Motion denied.

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2025-1290. Ijakoli v. Alungbe.

Hamilton App. No. C-250463. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5429. On motion for reconsideration of entry declining jurisdiction and to accept case for review. Motion denied.

2025-1292. State ex rel. Jones v. Eleventh Dist. Court of Appeals.

In Mandamus. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5682. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-1352. McBroom v. Ohio Aud.

In Procedendo. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5682. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-1460. State ex rel. Rielinger v. Mona.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5386. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

DISCIPLINARY CASES

2025-1634. Disciplinary Counsel v. Underwood.

On Certified Report by the Board of Professional Conduct, No. 2025-011. Arica Lynn Underwood, Attorney Registration No. 0067664, last known business address in Cincinnati, Ohio, suspended from the practice of law for 18 months, fully stayed on conditions.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., not participating.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

February 13, 2026

[Cite as 02/13/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-474.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2024-1637. Straub Nissan, L.L.C. v. Harris.

Board of Tax Appeals, No. 2022-422. On appellee’s unopposed motion for new oral-argument date. Motion granted. Oral argument rescheduled for Tuesday, April 14, 2026.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

February 12, 2026

[Cite as 02/12/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-446.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-0484. State ex rel. Standen v. N. Ridgeville.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to strike relators’ brief. Motion denied. Sua sponte, respondent permitted to file a merit brief within 20 days of the court’s entry. Relators may file a reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondent’s merit brief.

2025-1337. Johnson v. Eklund.

In Procedendo. On relator’s motion for judicial notice. Motion denied as moot.

DISCIPLINARY CASES

2024-1404. Disciplinary Counsel v. Fusco.

Sua sponte, Anthony James Fusco, Attorney Registration No. 0093904, last known address in Youngstown, Ohio, found in contempt for failure to file an affidavit of compliance on or before January 5, 2026.

2025-1512. Disciplinary Counsel v. Greulich.

Sua sponte, David Paul Greulich Jr., Attorney Registration No. 0067366, last known business address in Cleveland, Ohio, found in contempt for failure to file an affidavit of compliance on or before January 9, 2026.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

February 11, 2026

[Cite as 02/11/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-427.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1102. Davenport v. Progressive Direct Ins. Co.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114306, 2025-Ohio-2449. On motions for permission to appear pro hac vice of Zoe M. Beiner and Erin Munger. Motions granted. Pursuant to Gov.Bar R. XII(4), counsel shall file a notice of permission to appear pro hac vice with the Supreme Court’s Office of Attorney Services within 30 days.

2025-1317. Lyon v. Riverside Methodist Hosp.

Franklin App. No. 23AP-379, 2025-Ohio-2991. On notice of automatic exclusion filed by Office of Attorney Services. Cary Silverman has not complied with the pro hac vice registration requirements as outlined in Gov.Bar R. XII. Pro hac vice admission of Cary Silverman revoked.

2025-1622. In re Application of E. Ohio Gas Co.

Public Utilities Commission, Nos. 23-0894-GA-AIR, 23-0895-GA-ALT, 23-0896-GA-AAM, and 23-0897-GA-ATA. On Ohio Energy Leadership Council’s motion for leave to intervene as appellee. Motion granted.

MISCELLANEOUS DISMISSALS

2025-0336. State ex rel. Bartulovic v. Vazzana.

In Mandamus. On relators’ application for dismissal. Application granted. Cause dismissed.

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2025-1494. State v. Perry

Jackson App. No. 23CA20, 2025-Ohio-2566. Appellant has not filed a memorandum in support of jurisdiction, due February 5, 2026, in compliance with the Rules of Practice of the Supreme Court of Ohio and therefore has failed to prosecute this cause with the requisite diligence. Cause dismissed.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

February 9, 2026

[Cite as 02/09/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-386.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-0472. Moe v. Yost.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-483, 2025-Ohio-914. On Edmund G. LaCour Jr.’s motion to withdraw as counsel for amici curiae State of Alabama and 24 other states. Motion granted.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

February 4, 2026

[Cite as 02/04/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-338.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1363. State ex rel. Gill v. Cottrill.

In Prohibition. On respondent’s motion to consolidate cases. Motion denied as moot.

2025-1627. In re Application of E. Cottontail Solar, L.L.C.

Power Siting Board, No. 24-495-EL-BGN. On Eastern Cottontail Solar, L.L.C.’s motion to intervene as appellee. Motion granted.

DISCIPLINARY CASES

2025-1543. In re Six.

Sua sponte, Christopher R. Six, Attorney Registration No. 0100475, last known address in Dayton, Ohio, found in contempt for failure to file an affidavit of compliance on or before December 31, 2025.

2025-1714. Disciplinary Counsel v. Edminister.

On certified order of the Supreme Court of Colorado, No. 25PDJ75. Michael E. Edminister, Attorney Registration No. 0037741, last known business address in Akron, Ohio, suspended from the practice of law in Ohio for six months fully stayed provided that he complies with the conditions ordered by the Supreme Court of Colorado.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

February 3, 2026

[Cite as 02/03/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-323.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1570. Afriyie v. United States Postal Serv.

Miscellaneous case. Sua sponte, relator ordered to show cause within 14 days why this cause should not be dismissed for failure to perfect service within the time period since the complaint was filed.

MEDIATION MATTERS

2026-0114. State ex rel. Back v. State Teachers Retirement Sys.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-138, 2025-Ohio-5644. The court refers this case to mediation under Rule 19.01 and stays all filing deadlines for this case until further order of this court. The court will not issue any decision on the merits of this case until mediation has concluded.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

February 2, 2026

[Cite as 02/02/2026 Case Announcements #2, 2026-Ohio-300.]

SLIP OPINIONS REPLACED BY OHIO OFFICIAL REPORTS VERSIONS

AS OF FEBRUARY 2, 2026

The official versions of the opinions listed below, which were previously released as slip opinions, are being published in the February 2, 2026 Ohio Official Reports advance sheet. The Official Reports volume and initial page numbers are provided after the citation for reference.

2024-0450. U.S. Acute Care Solutions, L.L.C. v. Doctors Co. Risk Retention Group Ins. Co., 2025-Ohio-5010. (180 Ohio St.3d 313)

2024-0540 and 2024-0541. State v. Musarra, 2025-Ohio-5058. (180 Ohio St.3d 319)

2024-1068. State ex rel. Castellon v. Maloney, 2025-Ohio-4687. (180 Ohio St.3d 290)

2024-1208. State ex rel. Berry v. Indus. Comm., 2025-Ohio-4720. (180 Ohio St.3d 297)

2024-1653. State ex rel. Clark v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr., 2025-Ohio-4965. (180 Ohio St.3d 309)

2024-1670. State ex rel. Barker v. Muskingum Cty. Prosecutor’s Office, 2025-Ohio-5293. (180 Ohio St.3d 328)

2024-1763. Krouskoupf v. Anderson, 2025-Ohio-4428. (180 Ohio St.3d 282)

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2025-0064. Lowe v. Smith, 2025-Ohio-4541. (180 Ohio St.3d 286)

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

February 2, 2026

[Cite as 02/02/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-301.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0118. State ex rel. Cincinnati Enquirer v. Baker Ross.

In Prohibition. Sua sponte, respondent ordered to file a response to the amended complaint no later than Tuesday, February 3, 2026. If respondent files a motion to dismiss or a motion for judgment on the pleadings pursuant to Rule 12.04, relators shall file a response to the motion, if any, no later than Wednesday, February 4, 2026. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

January 29, 2026

[Cite as 01/29/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-254.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0103. Arndts v. Univ. of Cincinnati Dept. of Pub. Safety.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-355, 2025-Ohio-5648. Appellant’s memorandum in support of jurisdiction fails to comply with Rule 7.02(B)(1) (a memorandum "shall not exceed fifteen numbered pages, exclusive of the table of contents, the signature block, and the certificate of service"). Sua sponte, pages 17 through 20 of the memorandum in support of jurisdiction, exclusive of the signature block, stricken.

MISCELLANEOUS DISMISSALS

2025-1377. State ex rel. Bradford v. Zayas.

In Procedendo. On relator’s application for dismissal. Application granted. Respondents’ motion to dismiss amended complaint denied as moot. Cause dismissed.

2025-1623. State ex rel. Reyes v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr.

In Mandamus. On relator’s application for dismissal. Application granted. Respondents’ motion to dismiss denied as moot. Cause dismissed.

MEDIATION MATTERS

2025-1019. The Pointe at Polaris Phase I, L.L.C. v. Harris.

Board of Tax Appeals, No. 2022-463. Pursuant to R.C. 2710.06(B)(1), the court has been notified that the parties to this case have reached a settlement. The case is

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returned to the regular docket under S.Ct.Prac.R. 19.01. Appellant shall file either an application for dismissal or a merit brief within 60 days. The case will be dismissed for want of prosecution if an application for dismissal or a merit brief is not filed within 60 days.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

January 29, 2026

[Cite as 01/29/2026 Case Announcements #2, 2026-Ohio-279.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0118. State ex rel. Cincinnati Enquirer v. Baker Ross.

In Prohibition. Sua sponte, respondent ordered to file a response to the complaint no later than Monday, February 2, 2026. If respondent files a motion to dismiss or a motion for judgment on the pleadings pursuant to Rule 12.04, relators shall file a response to the motion, if any, no later than Tuesday, February 3, 2026. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

January 23, 2026

[Cite as 01/23/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-195.]

DISCIPLINARY CASES

2023-1274. Disciplinary Counsel v. Perrico.

On application for reinstatement by respondent, Daniel Edward Perrico, Attorney Registration No. 0071617, last known business address in Westlake, Ohio. Application granted. Daniel Edward Perrico reinstated to the practice of law.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

January 22, 2026

[Cite as 01/22/2026 Case Announcements #2, 2026-Ohio-192.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0048. State ex rel. DeGraff v. Ottawa Cty. Bd. of Elections.

In Prohibition. Sua sponte, alternative writ granted. The following schedule is set for the presentation of evidence and filing of briefs pursuant to Rule 12.05: The parties shall file any evidence they intend to present within 7 days from the date of this entry, relator shall file a brief within 14 days of the date of this entry, respondent shall file a brief within 7 days after the filing of relator’s brief, and relator may file a reply brief within 3 days after the filing of respondent’s brief. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

January 22, 2026

[Cite as 01/22/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-179.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2025-0262. State ex rel. Boddy v. Xenia Community City School Dist. Bd. of Edn., Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-164.

In Mandamus. On respondents’ first motion for leave to resubmit evidence. Motion granted. Respondents’ second motion for leave to resubmit evidence and motion to retrieve attorney-client-privileged materials denied. Writ granted. Relator awarded court costs, $1,000 in statutory damages, and reasonable attorney fees. Relator shall submit an itemized fee application within 20 days, and respondents may file a response within 14 days after the filing of relator’s application.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, J., concurs but would not award statutory damages.

2025-0788. Cincinnati Bar Assn. v. Eppley, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-160.

On Certified Report by the Board of Professional Conduct, No. 2024-028. Mark Carter Eppley, Attorney Registration No. 0079218, last known business address in Cincinnati, Ohio, suspended from the practice of law for two years, fully stayed on conditions.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., not participating.

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2025-0801. State ex rel. Martre v. N. Cent. Corr. Complex, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-162.

Marion App. No. 9-24-49. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1000. Disciplinary Counsel v. Wilson, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-165.

On Certified Report by the Board of Professional Conduct, No. 2024-043. Darnell Maurice Wilson, Attorney Registration No. 0096352, last known business address in West Chester Township, Ohio, suspended from the practice of law for six months, fully stayed on conditions.

DeWine, Wilkin, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., concurs in part and dissents in part, with an opinion joined by Fischer and Huffman, JJ.

Kristy S. Wilkin, J., of the Fourth District Court of Appeals, sitting for Brunner, J.

Mary Katherine Huffman, J., of the Second District Court of Appeals, sitting for Deters, J.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-0472. Moe v. Yost.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-483, 2025-Ohio-914. On motion for permission to appear pro hac vice of Alexander Bowdre. Motion granted. Pursuant to Gov.Bar R. XII(4), counsel shall file a notice of permission to appear pro hac vice with the Supreme Court’s Office of Attorney Services within 30 days.

2025-1536. State ex rel. Bergsma v. Union Cty. Court of Common Pleas.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to strike relator’s motion filed January 2, 2026, for failure to serve. Motion denied. Sua sponte, respondent permitted to file a response to relator’s third "motion; excuse respondent counsel: conflict of interest" within ten days of the court’s entry.

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DISCIPLINARY CASES

2024-1723. Disciplinary Counsel v. Norton.

Sua sponte, Eric Edward Norton, Attorney Registration No. 0071563, last known business address in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, found in contempt for failure to file an affidavit of compliance on or before December 15, 2025.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

January 21, 2026

[Cite as 01/21/2026 Case Announcements #2, 2026-Ohio-172.]

MEDIATION MATTERS

2025-0336. State ex rel. Bartulovic v. Vazzana.

In Mandamus. Pursuant to R.C. 2710.06(B)(1), the court has been notified that the parties to this case have reached a settlement. The case is returned to the regular docket under Rule 19.01. Relators shall file either an application for dismissal or a notice of failure of settlement within 60 days. The case will be dismissed for want of prosecution if an application for dismissal or a notice of failure of settlement is not filed within 60 days.

2026-0034. State ex rel. Potelicki v. Zoar.

In Mandamus. The court refers this case to mediation under Rule 19.01 and stays all filing deadlines for this case until further order of this court. The court will not issue any decision on the merits of this case until mediation has concluded.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

January 21, 2026

[Cite as 01/21/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-156.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-0749. State v. McAlpin, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-148.

Cuyahoga App. No. 110811, 2023-Ohio-4794. Judgment affirmed and cause remanded to trial court.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-0415. State ex rel. Prows v. Ohio Legislative Serv. Comm., Slip Opinion, No. 2026-Ohio-149.

In Mandamus. Writ denied.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-0438. In re McDonald v. Stuff, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-150.

Richland App. No. 2024 CA 0095, 2025-Ohio-448. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2025-0839. State ex rel. Vista Property Mgt., L.L.C. v. Bd. of Tax Appeals.

In Procedendo. On order to show cause. Cause dismissed as moot.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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2025-1137. State ex rel. A.G. v. Osowik.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On respondents’ motions to dismiss amended petition. Motions granted. Motion of respondents Lucas County Court of Common Pleas Judge Gary Cook and Lucas County Court of Common Pleas Clerk to declare relator a vexatious litigator granted. Accordingly, Laron Gregory prohibited from continuing or instituting legal proceedings in this court without first obtaining leave except in 2025-1484, State ex rel. Gregory v. Kudela. Any request for leave shall be submitted to the clerk of this court for the court’s review. Relator’s request for leave to amend amended petition and motion for sanctions, costs, and damages denied. Motion of respondents Lucas County Court of Common Pleas Judge Gary Cook and Lucas County Court of Common Pleas Clerk to stay discovery denied as moot. Cause dismissed.

Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., and Deters, J., concur in part and dissent in part and would deny the motion to declare relator a vexatious litigator.

2025-1213. State ex rel. Ford v. McMonagle.

In Mandamus and Procedendo. Cause dismissed pursuant to Rule 12.04.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1337. Johnson v. Eklund.

In Procedendo. On respondents’ motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Relator’s motion for default judgment, motion for demand for judgment, and motion for leave to file amended motion for demand for judgment denied. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., concurs but would deny as moot relator’s motion for leave.

2025-1342. State ex rel. Wood v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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2025-1363. State ex rel. Gill v. Cottrill.

In Prohibition. On relator’s emergency motion to stay trial-court proceedings pending resolution of amended petition. Motion denied as moot. Respondent’s amended motion to dismiss amended petition granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1375. State ex rel. Mays-El v. Sheehan.

In Quo Warranto. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1381. State ex rel. Ames v. Parker.

In Mandamus and Habeas Corpus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1397. State ex rel. Harrison v. Third Dist. Court of Appeals.

In Mandamus. On respondents’ motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Relator’s motion for leave to file an amended affidavit and amended complaint denied. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., concurs but would deny relator’s motion as moot, deem the amended complaint filed, and grant respondents’ amended motion to dismiss the amended complaint.

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2025-1401. State ex rel. Norman v. Fuller.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Epley, Hess, Brunner, Dorrian, Hawkins, and Leland, JJ., concur.

Christopher B. Epley, J., of the Second District Court of Appeals, sitting for Fischer, J.

Michael D. Hess, J., of the Fourth District Court of Appeals, sitting for DeWine, J.

Julia L. Dorrian, J., of the Tenth District Court of Appeals, sitting for Deters, J.

David J. Leland, J., of the Tenth District Court of Appeals, sitting for Shanahan, J.

2025-1402. Ames v. Parker.

In Mandamus, Prohibition, Habeas Corpus, and Procedendo. Cause dismissed pursuant to Rule 12.04.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1426. State ex rel. Shabazz v. O’Malley.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1432. State ex rel. Pamboukis v. Lanzinger.

In Mandamus, Prohibition, and Procedendo. On relator’s motion to substitute exhibits and motion to seal motion to substitute exhibits. Motions granted. Relator’s motion for leave to file second amended petition denied. Relator’s emergency motion for leave to file affidavit of verity denied. Motion to dismiss of respondents Ninth District Court of Appeals Judges granted. Sua sponte, cause dismissed as to remaining respondents. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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2025-1449. State ex rel. Ford v. Dressel.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1472. State ex rel. Chappell v. Blackburn-Dolan.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motion for clarification. Motion denied. Relator’s combined motion for proof of mailed summons with verification of tracking number / notice of procedural history denied. Respondent’s motion to dismiss granted. Relator’s motion for ruling and preservation of rights denied. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1478. State ex rel. Railey v. Hamilton Cty. Common Pleas Court.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, and Hawkins, JJ., concur.

Shanahan, J., not participating.

2025-1480. State ex rel. Tingler v. Crites.

In Mandamus. On respondents’ motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner and Deters, JJ., dissent and would issue an alternative writ.

2025-1485. Shank v. Medina Cty. Court of Common Pleas.

In Mandamus and Procedendo. On respondents’ motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1499. State ex rel. Keith v. Howard.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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2025-1500. State ex rel. Keith v. Springdale Police Dept.

In Mandamus. On respondents’ motions to dismiss. Motions granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1501. State ex rel. Keith v. Favor.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, J., concurs and would sua sponte declare relator to be a vexatious litigator.

2025-1517. State ex rel. Moore v. Frericks.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., dissents and would issue an alternative writ.

2025-1518. State ex rel. Henderson v. New Holland.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. Cause dismissed pursuant to Rule 12.04.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1520. Richards v. Mazzone.

In Prohibition. On respondents’ motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1530. State ex rel. Spikes v. Winkler.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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2025-1531. State ex rel. Gibson v. Montgomery.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motion for the appointment of counsel and funds to pay for counsel and expert witness. Motion denied. Respondent’s motion to dismiss granted. Relator’s motion to strike motion to dismiss denied. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer and Brunner, JJ., concur but would deny relator’s motion as moot.

2025-1534. State ex rel. Jackson v. Adkins.

In Mandamus and Procedendo. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1538. State ex rel. Muhammad v. Holbrook.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1552. State ex rel. Spikes v. Mallory.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1565. Ames v. Montgomery Cty. Courts.

Miscellaneous case. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Relator’s motion for dismissal of all charges in Montgomery County denied. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., concurs but would deny relator’s motion as moot.

2025-1572. State ex rel. Fritsche v. Summit Cty. Court of Common Pleas, Domestic Relations Div.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On respondents’ motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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2025-1602. State ex rel. Matveeva v. Cuyahoga Cty. Common Pleas Court Clerk.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motion for leave to file corrected brief. Motion granted. Respondent’s motion for judgment on the pleadings denied. Cause dismissed pursuant to Rule 12.04.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Deters, and Hawkins, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., concurs but would deny the motions as moot.

Shanahan, J., concurs but would deny the writ on the merits.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2018-0901. State v. Hundley.

Mahoning C.P. No. 2015 CR 1132. On appellant’s motion for court to set execution date. Motion denied.

2024-0279. State ex rel. Staple v. State Emp. Relations Bd.

Franklin App. No. 22AP-78, 2024-Ohio-140. On appellee’s motion for award of attorney fees and expenses. Motion denied. Appellee’s request under R.C. 2335.39 is denied because R.C. 2335.39 is inapplicable to mandamus actions. State ex rel. Whitehead v. Sandusky Cty. Bd. of Commrs., 2012-Ohio-4837, ¶ 46; State ex rel. Ohio Liberty Council v. Brunner, 2010-Ohio-3331. Appellee’s request under R.C. 2323.51 is denied because the actions appellants State Employment Relations Board and City of Ravenna took on appeal were not frivolous.

2024-1569. Checkfree Servs. Corp. v. Harris.

Board of Tax Appeals, No. 2019-43. On appellant’s motion for the full court to hear oral argument. Motion granted. Oral argument will be scheduled at a later date. Appellant’s motion for leave to file amended reply brief granted. The amended reply brief is accepted as timely filed.

2025-0849. State ex rel. Bloodworth v. Corr. Receptions Ctr.

In Mandamus. On relator’s amended motion for relief from judgment or order. Motion denied.

2025-0951. Deditch v. Uber Technologies, Inc.

Certified Question of State Law, United States District Court, Northern District of Ohio, Eastern Division, No. 1:24-cv-1488. On review pursuant to Rule 9.05(B).

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The court declines to answer the certified question. Motion of respondents Uber Technologies, Inc., Raiser, L.L.C., and Portier, L.L.C., requesting copies of the district-court record denied.

Fischer, J., dissents in part and would answer the certified question.

Hawkins and Shanahan, JJ., dissent.

2025-1101. In re Complaint of Duke Energy Ohio, Inc. v. Nationwide Energy Partners, L.L.C.

Public Utilities Commission, No. 22-279-EL-CSS. On intervening appellee’s motion to dismiss the appeal. Motion granted as to assignment of error No. 3 and denied as to assignment of error Nos. 1 and 2.

Deters, J., not participating.

2025-1148. State ex rel. Utz v. Cincinnati.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, alternative writ granted. The following schedule is set for the presentation of evidence and filing of briefs pursuant to Rule 12.05: The parties shall file any evidence they intend to present within 20 days of the court’s entry, relator shall file a brief within 30 days of the court’s entry, respondents shall file a brief within 20 days after the filing of relator’s brief, and relators may file a reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondents’ brief.

2025-1160. Minton v. Spencer.

Miscellaneous case. On relator’s "motion that all judicial officers admit in 1933 the United States declared bankruptcy and under bankruptcy required restructuring went from a constitutional to a ‘for profit’ corporate government which exists in violation of the U.S. Constitution." Motion denied.

2025-1212. State v. Ford.

Summit C.P. No. CR-2013-04-1008-A. On appellant’s suggestion of a lack of a final, appealable order. Suggestion denied.

2025-1427. State v. Thomas.

Trumbull App. No. 2025-T-0006, 2025-Ohio-4534. On review of order certifying a conflict. The court determines that a conflict exists. The conflict cases are State v. Brown, 2016-Ohio-310 (1st Dist.), and State v. Toennisson, 2011-Ohio-5869 (12th Dist.). Sua sponte, cause consolidated with case No. 2025-1434 and held for the decision in 2025-1348 and 2025-1370, State v. Talbert.

DeWine and Brunner, JJ., dissent.

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2025-1484. State ex rel. Gregory v. Kudela.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, alternative writ granted. The following schedule is set for the presentation of evidence and filing of briefs pursuant to Rule 12.05: The parties shall file any evidence they intend to present within 20 days of the court’s entry, relator shall file a brief within 30 days of the court’s entry, respondent shall file a brief within 20 days after the filing of relator’s brief, and relator may file a reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondent’s brief.

Fischer, Brunner, and Hawkins, JJ., dissent and would sua sponte dismiss the cause.

2025-1506. State ex rel. Schaffer v. Trumbull Cty. Auditor’s Office.

In Mandamus. On motion to dismiss of respondents Aaron Michael Glasgow and Isaac Wiles Burkholder & Miller, L.L.C. Motion granted. Sua sponte, alternative writ granted as to respondents Trumbull County Auditor Martha C. Yoder and Trumbull County Auditor’s Office. The following schedule is set for the presentation of evidence and filing of briefs pursuant to Rule 12.05: The parties shall file any evidence they intend to present within 20 days of the court’s entry, relator shall file a brief within 30 days of the court’s entry, respondents Trumbull County Auditor Martha C. Yoder and Trumbull County Auditor’s Office shall file a brief within 20 days after the filing of relator’s brief, and relators may file a reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondents’ brief.

Brunner, J., dissents in part and would issue an alternative writ as to all respondents.

Hawkins, J., not participating.

2025-1563. A.A. v. S.P.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-639, 2025-Ohio-3081. On review of order certifying a conflict. The court determines that a conflict exists. The parties are to brief the issue as stated on the court of appeals’ October 21, 2025 entry: "When a party fails to comply with the objection requirement in Civ.R. 65.1(G), does an appellate court lack jurisdiction over the party’s appeal?" The conflict cases are Hill v. Ferguson, 2022-Ohio-13 (1st Dist.), and Danison v. Blinco, 2019-Ohio-2767 (3d Dist.). Sua sponte, cause consolidated with case No. 2025-1374.

Deters, J., dissents.

2025-1629. Slodov v. Eagle Ridge Subdivision Property Owners Assn., Inc.

Geauga App. No. 2025-G-0015, 2025-Ohio-5282. On appellant’s motion for immediate stay. Motion denied.

Fischer, J., would deny the motion as moot.

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2025-1656. In re Estate of S.E.D.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-884. On appellant’s emergency motion to stay probate-court proceedings. Motion denied.

Fischer and Brunner, JJ., would deny the motion as moot.

APPEALS ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1374. A.A. v. S.P.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-639, 2025-Ohio-3081. Sua sponte, cause consolidated with case No. 2025-1563.

Fischer, Brunner, and Deters, JJ., dissent.

2025-1434. State v. Thomas.

Trumbull App. No. 2025-T-0006, 2025-Ohio-4534. Sua sponte, cause consolidated with case No. 2025-1427 and held for the decision in 2025-1348 and 2025-1370, State v. Talbert.

Fischer, Brunner and Deters, JJ., dissent.

APPEALS NOT ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1639. Lupton v. Ohio State Racing Comm.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-687, 2025-Ohio-4984. Appellant’s motion to stay denied.

Brunner, J., would deny the motion as moot.

2025-1650. Matyas v. Matyas.

Trumbull App. No. 2025-T-0007, 2025-Ohio-5100. Appellant’s motion to stay execution of judgment denied.

MISCELLANEOUS DISMISSALS

2025-1446. State ex rel. Fligiel v. Medina Mun. Court Clerk’s Office.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted without prejudice for failure to comply with Rule 12.02(B). Cause dismissed.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

January 20, 2026

[Cite as 01/20/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-154.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2025-1425. State v. Skanes.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114528, 2025-Ohio-4662. On memorandum in support of jurisdiction. Appellant’s motion to strike notice of appeal and memorandum in support of jurisdiction granted. Cause dismissed.

DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, J., concur in part and dissent in part and would deny the motion.

2025-1441. Banks v. State.

In Habeas Corpus. On "amended" petition. Petitioner’s motion to notify the court of filing date and request for ruling due to respondent’s failure to file return of writ denied as moot. Sua sponte, amended petition dismissed as moot.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1544. In re Perkins v. CATS Assessment & Treatment Facility.

In Habeas Corpus. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1554. State ex rel. Alford v. Shoop.

In Habeas Corpus. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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2025-1556. Taylor v. Camera Sec. Dept.

In Habeas Corpus. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1557. Taylor v. Davis.

In Habeas Corpus. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1558. State v. Taylor.

In Habeas Corpus. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1559. Russell v. Davis.

In Habeas Corpus. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., dissents and would order a return of writ.

2025-1589. Blust v. Hamilton Cty. Court of Common Pleas, Probate Div.

In Habeas Corpus. On petitioner’s petition for the termination/modification of guardianship and other protective arrangement. Petition denied. Petitioner’s motion/petition to terminate guardianship denied. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1604. Taylor v. Warden.

In Habeas Corpus. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1613. In re Adams v. Warden, Lorain Corr. Inst.

In Habeas Corpus. On petitioners’ request for immediate review. Request denied. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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2025-1615. Bergsma v. Tri-Cty. Regional Jail.

In Habeas Corpus. On petitioner’s "motion to seal from public record / provide copies" and motion for discovery of information and pertinent files. Motions denied. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1617. Rezos v. Mohr.

In Habeas Corpus. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1519. State v. Bias.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-479, 2025-Ohio-2653. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

2025-1566. State v. Roman-Navarre.

Stark App. No. 2024CA00185, 2025-Ohio-3156. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2025-1568. State v. Jones.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115374. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

Fischer, J., dissents.

2025-1677. State ex rel. Rockhold v. Fairfield Cty. Mun. Court.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On relator’s request for immediate stay. Request denied.

Fischer, J., dissents.

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APPEALS ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1239. State v. Cuyler.

Cuyahoga App. No. 113967, 2025-Ohio-4461. Sua sponte, cause held for the decision in 2024-1464, State v. Fontanez.

Fischer and DeWine, JJ., dissent.

2025-1430. State v. Jackson.

Lake App. No. 2024-L-037, 2025-Ohio-2634.

Fischer, Brunner, and Deters, JJ., dissent.

APPEALS NOT ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1144. State v. Smith.

Montgomery App. No. 30201, 2025-Ohio-2086.

2025-1180. State v. Pitts.

Lucas App. No. L-24-1050, 2025-Ohio-2030.

2025-1185. State v. Bowman.

Darke App. No. 2025-CA-9, 2025-Ohio-2893.

2025-1260. Deutsche Bank Natl. Trust Co. v. Pinkston.

Richland App. No. 2025CA0030, 2025-Ohio-3178.

2025-1307. Arthur v. Weir.

Coshocton App. No. 24CA0022, 2025-Ohio-2966.

2025-1367. Smith v. Norfolk S. Ry. Co.

Erie App. No. E-24-049, 2025-Ohio-3122.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents.

2025-1395. State v. Hall.

Portage App. No. 2024-P-0073, 2025-Ohio-1708.

2025-1415. Cambridge Health Leasing, L.L.C. v. Embassy Cambridge, L.L.C.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114523, 2025-Ohio-3278. Appeal and cross-appeal not accepted.

Fischer, J., dissents.

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2025-1421. State v. Davis.

Delaware App. No. 25 CAA 02 0013, 2025-Ohio-4384.

2025-1437. State v. Edmonson.

Clermont App. Nos. CA2025-01-006 and CA2025-01-007, 2025-Ohio-4314.

2025-1438. State v. Ruediger.

Cuyahoga App. No. 112830, 2025-Ohio-4370.

2025-1440. Haynes v. Ally Fin., Inc.

Summit App. No. 31321, 2025-Ohio-4356.

2025-1443. Tatarunas v. Progressive Cas. Ins. Co.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114440, 2025-Ohio-4372.

2025-1444. In re D.B. v. Abel.

Vinton App. No. 23CA708, 2025-Ohio-4433.

2025-1452. Marinakis v. Marinakis.

Butler App. No. CA2024-05-070, 2025-Ohio-2555.

Fischer and Brunner, JJ., dissent.

2025-1453. State v. Fisher.

Allen App. No. 1-24-74, 2025-Ohio-4412.

2025-1455. State v. Harris.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114710, 2025-Ohio-4374.

Fischer, J., dissents and would accept the appeal on proposition of law No. II.

2025-1456. State ex rel. Yost v. E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Co.

Washington App. No. 24CA1, 2025-Ohio-4521.

Fischer, J., dissents.

Deters, J., not participating.

2025-1457. State v. Belmon.

Lucas App. No. L-23-1296, 2025-Ohio-4400.

DeWine, J., dissents.

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2025-1459. State v. Miller.

Lawrence App. No. 24CA12, 2025-Ohio-4519.

2025-1465. State v. Snyder.

Hamilton App. Nos. C-230666 and C-230680, 2025-Ohio-4444.

Fischer, J., dissents and would accept the appeal on proposition of law No. II.

Deters, J., not participating.

2025-1466. Baber v. Mikolayczyk.

Sandusky App. No. S-24-022, 2025-Ohio-2910.

2025-1467. Nationstar Mtge., L.L.C. v. Krehnbrink.

Hamilton App. No. C-240511, 2025-Ohio-4445.

Deters, J., not participating.

2025-1468. State v. Lee.

Tuscarawas App. No. 2025 AP 06 0018, 2025-Ohio-4666.

2025-1469. In re A.M.

Franklin App. No. 23AP-540, 2025-Ohio-4435. Appeal and cross-appeal not accepted. Appellees/cross-appellants’ motion for stay denied.

2025-1470. Garfield Hts. v. Lewis.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115455. Appellant’s motion for appointment of counsel denied.

DeWine, J., would deny the motion as moot.

2025-1473. Lakewood v. Smith.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114186, 2025-Ohio-2447.

2025-1475. State v. Ellis.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114788, 2025-Ohio-4675.

2025-1476. State v. Hodge.

Franklin App. Nos. 23AP-463 and 23AP-464, 2025-Ohio-4434.

Fischer, J., dissents and would accept the appeal on proposition of law Nos. I and III.

Brunner, J., dissents and would accept the appeal on proposition of law Nos. I and II.

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2025-1479. State v. Palmer.

Ashland App. No. 24-COA-039, 2025-Ohio-4612.

2025-1481. State v. Beasley.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114589, 2025-Ohio-4463.

2025-1482. State v. Stephens.

Licking App. No. 2025 CA 00044, 2025-Ohio-4486.

2025-1483. State v. Gordon.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-736, 2025-Ohio-2994.

2025-1486. Kittel v. Hunt.

Lucas App. No. L-24-1294, 2025-Ohio-4570.

2025-1487. State v. Soto.

Putnam App. No. 12-24-06, 2025-Ohio-4517.

2025-1488. State v. Hagens.

Warren App. No. CA2024-07-045, 2025-Ohio-4989.

2025-1489. Fenner v. Durrani.

Hamilton App. Nos. C-240098 and C-240499, 2025-Ohio-4477. Appellees’ motion to dismiss fraud claim only denied.

Epley and Shanahan, JJ., would grant the motion.

Hawkins, J., dissents.

Christopher B. Epley, J., of the Second District Court of Appeals, sitting for Fischer, J.

Mark C. Miller, J., of the Third District Court of Appeals, sitting for Deters, J.

2025-1490. State v. Knight.

Sandusky App. No. S-24-001, 2025-Ohio-4498.

Brunner, J., dissents and would accept the appeal on proposition of law No. I.

2025-1491. In re D.B.

Summit App. No. 31282.

Fischer, J., dissents.

8 01-20-2026

2025-1492. Kehoe v. Cleveland Hts.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115256.

2025-1493. Cleveland v. State Emp. Relations Bd.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114616, 2025-Ohio-4464.

2025-1508. Mikhelson v. Dir., Dept. of Job & Family Servs.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114458, 2025-Ohio-2524.

2025-1523. State v. Gilbert.

Lorain App. No. 23CA012031, 2025-Ohio-4623.

2025-1528. Wicks v. Lover’s Lane Mkt.

Summit App. No. 31236, 2025-Ohio-2215.

Fischer, J., dissents.

2025-1541. Dervin & Assocs., Inc. v. Amer Cunningham Co., L.P.A.

Stark App. No. 2025CA00004, 2025-Ohio-4761.

Fischer, J., dissents.

RECONSIDERATION OF PRIOR DECISIONS

2024-1409. Disciplinary Counsel v. Grendell.

Board of Professional Conduct, No. 2022-045. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5239. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

Carly M. Edelstein, J., of the Tenth District Court of Appeals, sitting for Brunner, J.

2024-1687. Cincinnati ex rel. Miller v. Cincinnati.

Hamilton App. No. C-230683, 2024-Ohio-4805. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5242. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

Kennedy, C.J., and Hawkins, J., dissent.

DeWine, J., dissents and would vacate the court of appeals’ judgment and remand the cause to the Hamilton County Court of Common Pleas for dismissal.

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2025-1007. State v. Lucas.

Scioto App. No. 23CA4018, 2025-Ohio-1918. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5025. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2025-1073. State ex rel. Haddix v. Hoffman.

In Prohibition. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5079. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-1161. State v. Andrews.

Scioto App. No. 24CA4076, 2025-Ohio-2803. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5220. On appellant’s "motion for leave to file a reconsideration and to invoke the jurisdiction of the Honorable Court to correct a manifest injustice." Motion denied. Appellant’s motion for leave to file a motion to stay sentencing pending disposition of jurisdiction in the federal courts denied.

2025-1167. Cuyahoga Cty. Treas. v. Caldwell.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115305. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5220. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-1280. Stewart v. Disciplinary Counsel.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-88, 2025-Ohio-3082. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5220. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-1445. Shepov v. Cuyahoga Cty. Court of Common Pleas.

In Prohibition. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5121. On amended motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

January 20, 2026

[Cite as 01/20/2026 Case Announcements #2, 2026-Ohio-155.]

SLIP OPINIONS REPLACED BY OHIO OFFICIAL REPORTS VERSIONS

AS OF JANUARY 19, 2026

The official versions of the opinions listed below, which were previously released as slip opinions, were published in the January 19, 2026 Ohio Official Reports advance sheet. The Official Reports volume and initial page numbers are provided after the citation for reference.

2024-0757 and 2024-0999. Gault v. Medina Cty. Court of Common Pleas, 2025-Ohio-4699. (180 Ohio St.3d 272)

2024-1745. State ex rel. Conomy v. Fuller, 2025-Ohio-4411. (180 Ohio St.3d 267)

2025-0320. State ex rel. Norris v. Adult Parole Auth., 2025-Ohio-5011. (180 Ohio St.3d 277)

2025-0392. In re Lewis, 2025-Ohio-5154. (180 Ohio St.3d 1206)

2025-1303. In re Retirement of Huber, 2025-Ohio-5007. (180 Ohio St.3d 1204)

2025-1360. In re Retirement of Hart, 2025-Ohio-5008. (180 Ohio St.3d 1205)

2025-1543. In re Six, 2025-Ohio-5355. (180 Ohio St.3d 1206)

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MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-1585. State ex rel. Henderson v. Washington Court House, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-110.

In Mandamus. Writ denied as moot and relator awarded $1,000 in statutory damages.

Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., concurs in part and dissents in part, with an opinion.

2024-1586. State ex rel. Luikhart v. Washington Court House, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-111.

In Mandamus. Writ denied as moot and relator awarded $1,000 in statutory damages.

Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., concurs in part and dissents in part and would award relator $45,000 in statutory damages for the reasons set forth in her separate opinion in State ex rel. Henderson v. Washington Court House, 2026-Ohio-110.

2025-1003. Disciplinary Counsel v. Wallace, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-112.

On Certified Report by the Board of Professional Conduct, No. 2024-023. Bruce Sanford Wallace, Attorney Registration No. 0010876, last known business address in Mount Orab, Ohio, suspended from the practice of law for one year with six months conditionally stayed.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, J., dissents.

Brunner, J., not participating.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0064. State v. Copeland.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-331, 2025-Ohio-2204. Appellant’s memorandum in support of jurisdiction fails to comply with Rule 7.02(B)(1) (a memorandum "shall not exceed fifteen numbered pages, exclusive of the table of contents, the signature block, and the certificate of service"). Sua sponte, pages 16 through 22 of the memorandum in support of jurisdiction, exclusive of the signature block and certificate of service, stricken.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

January 20, 2026

[Cite as 01/20/2026 Case Announcements #3, 2026-Ohio-157.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0009. State v. Kesman.

Franklin App. Nos. 23AP-184 and 23AP-713. On appellant’s motion to stay execution of sentence. Motion denied.

2026-0010. State v. Kesman.

Franklin App. Nos. 23AP-185 and 23AP-716. On appellant’s motion to stay execution of sentence. Motion denied.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

January 20, 2026

[Cite as 01/20/2026 Case Announcements #4, 2026-Ohio-161.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1422. State ex rel. West v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr.

In Mandamus. On relator’s request for emergency restraining order of protection. Request denied. Sua sponte, it is ordered that the following schedule is set for the presentation of evidence and filing of briefs: The parties shall file any evidence they intend to present within 14 days from the date of the court’s entry; relator shall file a brief within 30 days of the court’s entry; respondent shall file a brief within 20 days after the filing of relator’s brief; and relator may file a reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondent’s brief.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

January 15, 2026

[Cite as 01/15/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-108.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-0370. Sauter v. Integrity Cycles, L.L.C., Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-88.

Franklin App. No. 23AP-313, 2024-Ohio-309. Judgment reversed.

Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents, with an opinion joined by Hawkins, J.

2025-0205. Columbus Bar Assn. v. Cable, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-89.

On Certified Report by the Board of Professional Conduct, No. 2024-016. Brian Matthew Cable, Attorney Registration No. 0086248, last known business address in Cincinnati, Ohio, suspended from the practice of law for one year, fully stayed on conditions.

Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., concurs in part and dissents in part, with an opinion joined by Leland, J.

David J. Leland, J., of the Tenth District Court of Appeals, sitting for Brunner, J.

2025-0342. Montanez v. May, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-90.

Richland App. No. 2024 CA 0096, 2025-Ohio-229. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1622. In re Application of E. Ohio Gas Co.

Public Utilities Commission, Nos. 23-0894-GA-AIR, 23-0895-GA-ALT, 23-0896-GA-AAM, and 23-0897-GA-ATA. On Office of the Ohio Consumers’ Counsel’s motion to intervene as appellee. Motion granted.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

January 15, 2026

[Cite as 01/15/2026 Case Announcements #2, 2026-Ohio-109.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2026-0048. State ex rel. DeGraff v. Ottawa Cty. Bd. of Elections.

In Prohibition. Sua sponte, respondent ordered to file a response to relator’s amended complaint within seven days of the court’s entry. If respondent files a motion to dismiss or a motion for judgment on the pleadings, relator shall file a response to the motion within three days of the filing of the motion. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

January 13, 2026

[Cite as 01/13/2026 Case Announcements #2, 2026-Ohio-99.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1422. State ex rel. West v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, respondent ordered to file a response, if any, to relator’s emergency restraining order of protection no later than 9:00 a.m. on Friday, January 16, 2026. If respondent files a motion to dismiss, relator shall file a response, if any, to the motion to dismiss by 3:00 p.m. on Friday, January 16, 2026. Sua sponte, all other filing deadlines stayed pending resolution of relator’s emergency restraining order of protection. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

January 13, 2026

[Cite as 01/13/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-87.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-0875. State ex rel. Macksyn v. Spencer, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-44.

In Mandamus. Relator’s request for statutory damages granted in part, and relator awarded $2,000 in statutory damages. Relator’s motion to strike respondents’ memorandum opposing relator’s motion to proceed denied. Relator’s motion to proceed to judgment on statutory damages denied as moot.

DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., concurs in part and dissents in part, with an opinion.

Fischer, J., concurs in part and dissents in part and would deny relator’s request for an award of statutory damages.

2025-1005. Disciplinary Counsel v. Celebrezze, Slip Opinion No. 2026-Ohio-45.

On Certified Report by the Board of Professional Conduct, No. 2024-024. Leslie Ann Celebrezze, Attorney Registration No. 0071679, last known business address in Cleveland, Ohio, suspended from the practice of law for two years, with the final year conditionally stayed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

DeWine and Brunner, JJ., not participating.

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DISCIPLINARY CASES

2025-0990. Disciplinary Counsel v. Stanley.

On certification of default. Cam Ryan Stanley, Attorney Registration No. 0098936, last known business address in Paulding, Ohio, indefinitely suspended from the practice of law.

Brunner, J., not participating.

2025-1654. In re Resignation of Martin.

On application for resignation of Ebonie Michelle Martin, Attorney Registration No. 0091931, last known address in Diamondhead, Mississippi. Application accepted with disciplinary action pending.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents.

Brunner, J., not participating.

2025-1655. In re Resignation of Gurvis.

On application for resignation of Anthony Nicholas Gurvis, Attorney Resignation No. 0017178, last known address in Columbus, Ohio. Application accepted with disciplinary action pending.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, J., dissent.

Brunner, J., not participating.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

January 12, 2026

[Cite as 01/12/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-60.]

APPEALS NOT ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1345. Clark v. Durrani.

Hamilton App. No. C-240294, 2025-Ohio-3096. Appellees’ motion to dismiss fraud claim only granted.

DeWine, Brunner, and Miller, JJ., dissent in part and would deny appellees’ motion.

Hawkins, J., dissents in part and would accept the appeal.

Christopher B. Epley, J., of the Second District Court of Appeals, sitting for Fischer, J.

Mark C. Miller, J., of the Third District Court of Appeals, sitting for Deters, J.

2025-1420. Courtney v. Durrani.

Hamilton App. Nos. C-240295 and C-240296, 2025-Ohio-2335. Appellees’ motion to dismiss fraud claim only denied.

Wilkin, J., would deny the motion as moot.

Kennedy, C.J., and Hawkins, J., dissent.

Epley, J., dissents in part and would grant the motion.

Christopher B. Epley, J., of the Second District Court of Appeals, sitting for Fischer, J.

Mark C. Miller, J., of the Third District Court of Appeals, sitting for Deters, J.

Kristy S. Wilkin, J., of the Fourth District Court of Appeals, sitting for Shanahan, J.

01-12-2026 2

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-0386. Paganini v. Cataract Eye Ctr. of Cleveland.

Cuyahoga App. Nos. 113867 and 114019, 2025-Ohio-275. On motion of amicus curiae Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost to participate in oral argument. Motion granted. Amicus curiae Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost shall share the time allotted to appellants.

2025-1536. State ex rel. Bergsma v. Union Cty. Court of Common Pleas.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to strike relator’s motions filed December 10, 2025, and December 19, 2025, for failure to serve. Motion denied. Sua sponte, respondent permitted to file responses to relator’s motions filed on December 10, 2025, and December 19, 2025, within 10 days of the court’s entry.

MISCELLANEOUS DISMISSALS

2023-1622. State ex rel. Young v. Blendon Twp. Police Dept.

In Mandamus. On relator’s application for dismissal. Application granted. Cause dismissed.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

January 9, 2026

[Cite as 01/09/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-43.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2025-1400. State ex rel. Slodov v. Gallagher.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motion for immediate stay of appellate-court proceedings and motion to expedite ruling on immediate stay of appellate-court proceedings. Motions denied. Respondent’s motion to dismiss granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., concurs but would deny the motion to expedite as moot.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2023-1020. In re Application of S. Branch Solar, L.L.C.

Power Siting Board, No. 21-669-EL-BGN. On intervening appellee’s motion for expedited ruling on pending appeal. Motion denied as moot.

MISCELLANEOUS DISMISSALS

2025-1569. State ex rel. Orr v. Eighth Dist. Court of Appeals.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On relator’s application for dismissal. Application granted. Respondent’s motion to dismiss denied as moot. Cause dismissed.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

January 7, 2026

[Cite as 01/07/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-21.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1377. State ex rel. Bradford v. Zayas.

In Procedendo. On relator’s motion to strike. Motion denied. Sua sponte, relator permitted to file a memorandum in response to respondent’s motion to dismiss amended complaint within ten days of the court’s entry.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

January 6, 2026

[Cite as 01/06/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-13.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1464. State v. Gallant.

Crawford App. No. 3-25-05, 2025-Ohio-3182. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion granted. Appellant shall file a memorandum in support of jurisdiction within 30 days.

Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., dissent.

2025-1494. State v. Perry.

Jackson App. No. 23CA20, 2025-Ohio-2566. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion granted. Appellant shall file a memorandum in support of jurisdiction within 30 days.

Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., dissent.

2025-1496. State v. Johnson.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115329. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer and Brunner, JJ., dissent.

2025-1585. State ex rel. Rielinger v. Mona.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On relator’s emergency motion to stay December 5 and 15, 2025 hearing. Motion denied.

DeWine, J., would deny the motion as moot.

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APPEALS ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1384. Akron v. Stone.

Summit App. No. 31286, 2026-Ohio-1996. Appeal accepted on proposition of law Nos. II and III.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer and Hawkins, JJ., would accept the appeal on all propositions of law.

DeWine, Deters, and Shanahan, JJ., dissent.

APPEALS NOT ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1217. State v. Ross.

Montgomery App. No. 30398, 2025-Ohio-2898.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2025-1358. State v. Rainey.

Hamilton App. No. C-230015, 2023-Ohio-4043.

Deters, J., not participating.

2025-1361. State v. Ellis.

Hamilton App. No. C-250424.

Deters, J., not participating.

2025-1362. State v. Smith.

Hamilton App. No. C-240579, 2025-Ohio-3131.

Deters, J., not participating.

2025-1368. Vickers v. Capstone Holding.

Jefferson App. Nos. 24 JE 0023 and 24 JE 0025, 2025-Ohio-3172.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2025-1371. Gerace v. Cleveland Clinic Found.

Cuyahoga App. No. 113231, 2024-Ohio-2708.

Fischer, J., dissents and would accept the appeal on proposition of law No. I.

2025-1373. Valentine v. Kroger Co.

Jefferson App. No. 25 JE 0002, 2025-Ohio-3129.

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2025-1376. State v. Reid.

Hamilton App. No. C-050465.

2025-1379. State v. Herbert.

Jefferson App. No. 25 JE 0015.

2025-1380. State v. Skally.

Licking App. No. 25CA00064.

2025-1382. State v. J.B.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114501, 2025-Ohio-3143.

2025-1386. State v. Walker.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115474.

2025-1389. Snider Crossing, L.L.C. v. Warren Cty. Bd. of Revision.

Warren App. No. CA2025-01-005, 2025-Ohio-3189.

2025-1392. State v. Stanley.

Hamilton App. No. C-240356, 2025-Ohio-358.

2025-1394. State v. Bulger.

Sandusky App. No. S-24-025, 2025-Ohio-4348.

2025-1396. State v. Everett.

Hamilton App. No. C-250056.

Fischer and Deters, JJ., not participating.

2025-1399. State v. Hess.

Muskingum App. No. CT2025-0003, 2025-Ohio-4429.

2025-1403. Marts v. Marts.

Portage App. No. 2025-P-0004, 2025-Ohio-3196.

2025-1405. State v. Scott.

Clark App. No. 2025-CA-4, 2025-Ohio-3296.

2025-1411. Williams v. Hamilton Cty. Prosecutor.

Hamilton App. No. C-240504, 2025-Ohio-3298.

Fischer, J., not participating.

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2025-1413. State v. Brown.

Lucas App. No. L-25-00213.

2025-1414. State v. Booker.

Scioto App. No. 24CA4094, 2025-Ohio-4455.

2025-1416. State v. Sopko.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114604, 2025-Ohio-3280.

2025-1419. State v. Boyd.

Ottawa App. Nos. OT-24-022 and OT-24-023, 2025-Ohio-3248.

2025-1431. Blus v. Civista Bank.

Erie App. Nos. E-24-029 and E-24-030, 2025-Ohio-3303.

2025-1433. State v. Thompson.

Hamilton App. No. C-240446, 2025-Ohio-4359.

Fischer, J., dissents and would accept the appeal on proposition of law No. II.

2025-1435. State v. Peeples.

Pickaway App. No. 24CA20, 2025-Ohio-4938.

2025-1462. Young v. Boyd.

Summit App. No. 31371, 2025-Ohio-4450.

2025-1463. State v. Quinn.

Wood App. No. WD-24-020, 2025-Ohio-1583.

2025-1507. State v. Austin.

Summit App. No. 30805, 2025-Ohio-4543.

2025-1516. State v. Bruno.

Mahoning App. No. 25 MA 0016, 2025-Ohio-4618.

2025-1540. State v. Blair.

Scioto App. No. 24CA4077, 2025-Ohio-4898.

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RECONSIDERATION OF PRIOR DECISIONS

2025-1021. Muskingum Cty. Convention Facilities Auth. v. Barnes Advertising Corp.

Muskingum App. No. CT2024-0134, 2025-Ohio-1864. Reported at 2025-Ohio-4853. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2025-1025. State v. Copeland.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-331, 2025-Ohio-2204. Reported at 2025-Ohio-4853. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-1091. State ex rel. Marbuery-Davis v. Cuyahoga Cty. Common Pleas Court.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115125, 2025-Ohio-2602. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5112. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2025-1111. Knowlton v. Donnell.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-247. Reported at 2025-Ohio-4853. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

January 5, 2025

[Cite as 01/05/2026 Case Announcements #2, 2026-Ohio-16.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2025-1608. Wasserman v. Sperlazza.

In Prohibition. On motion to dismiss of respondents Franklin County Court of Common Pleas Judge Bill Sperlazza and Magistrate Pamela Browning. Motion granted. Sua sponte, cause dismissed as to respondent Robert E. Weir. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

January 5, 2026

[Cite as 01/05/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-8.]

SLIP OPINIONS REPLACED BY OHIO OFFICIAL REPORTS VERSIONS

AS OF JANUARY 5, 2026

The official versions of the opinions listed below, which were previously released as slip opinions, are being published in the January 5, 2026 Ohio Official Reports advance sheet. The Official Reports volume and initial page numbers are provided after the citation for reference.

2024-0087. State v. Coker, 2025-Ohio-2051. (180 Ohio St.3d 220)

2024-0201. State ex rel. Castellon v. Rose, 2025-Ohio-1491. (180 Ohio St.3d 159)

2024-0203. State ex rel. Castellon v. Cuyahoga Cty. Prosecutor’s Office, 2025-Ohio-2787. (180 Ohio St.3d 239)

2024-0401 and 2024-0539. State v. Clark, 2025-Ohio-4410. (180 Ohio St.3d 250)

2024-0621. State ex rel. Ware v. Smith, 2025-Ohio-1856. (180 Ohio St.3d 194)

2024-0875. State ex rel. Macksyn v. Spencer, 2025-Ohio-2116. (180 Ohio St.3d 228)

2024-1761. State ex rel. Hawkins v. Frederick, 2025-Ohio-4540. (180 Ohio St.3d 260)

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2025-0337. State ex rel. Shamro v. Delaware Cty. Bd. of Elections, 2025-Ohio-941. (180 Ohio St.3d 147)

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

January 2, 2026

[Cite as 01/02/2026 Case Announcements, 2026-Ohio-7.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1400. State ex rel. Slodov v. Gallagher.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, respondent ordered to file a response, if any, to relator’s motion to expedite ruling on immediate stay of appellate court proceedings no later than 9:00 a.m. on Monday, January 5, 2026. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

2025-1607. E.H. v. M.H.

Lucas App. No. L-25-00201. Sua sponte, appellee ordered to file a response, if any, to appellant’s motion for emergency relief pending determination of jurisdiction no later than Thursday, January 8, 2026. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 31, 2025

[Cite as 12/31/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5869.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2025-0333. El-Hitti v. Americare Kidney Inst., L.L.C.

Cuyahoga App. No. 113650, 2025-Ohio-165. Appeal dismissed for lack of a final, appealable order. Sua sponte, oral argument scheduled for Tuesday, January 6, 2026, canceled.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 26, 2025

[Cite as 12/26/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5768.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2024-1770. State v. Bissell.

Cuyahoga App. No. 113158, 2024-Ohio-5317. On motion of amicus curiae Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost to participate in oral argument. Motion granted. Amicus curiae Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost shall share the time allotted to appellant.

2025-1378. State ex rel. Bradford v. Jenkins.

In Procedendo. Sua sponte, it is ordered that within 14 days, relator shall show cause why this case should not be dismissed for failure to perfect service on respondents Judge Katie Casch and Judge Tom Heekin.

2025-1536. State ex rel. Bergsma v. Union Cty. Court of Common Pleas.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to strike relator’s December 4, 2025 motions to excuse respondent’s counsel and to seal. Motion denied. Sua sponte, respondent permitted to file responses to relator’s December 4 motions to excuse respondent’s counsel and to seal within ten days of the court’s entry.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 24, 2025

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MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1602. State ex rel. Matveeva v. Cuyahoga Cty. Common Pleas Court Clerk.

In Mandamus. On relator’s emergency motion for extension of time. Motion granted. The time for filing relator’s merit brief is extended to December 29, 2025.

Brunner, J., dissents and would (1) deny the motion because there is no indication that relator attempted to and/or could not obtain a stipulation (as pro se litigants are held to the same standard as attorneys) and because the motion lacks sufficient details and (2) sua sponte dismiss the cause because the complaint is procedurally defective and fails to state a claim for relief in mandamus and because without a timely merit brief, there is failure to prosecute.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 24, 2025

[Cite as 12/24/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5682.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2023-1020. In re Application of S. Branch Solar, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5679.

Power Siting Board, No. 21-669-EL-BGN. Order affirmed.

Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., concurs, with an opinion.

2023-1296. VVF Intervest, L.L.C. v. Harris, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5680.

Board of Tax Appeals, No. 2019-1233. Decision reversed.

Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents, with an opinion.

2025-0647. State ex rel. Mack v. Robinson, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5681.

Richland App. No. 2025 CA 0021. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2025-0955. State ex rel. Whitney v. O’Brien.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On respondents’ motions to dismiss. Motions granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1177. State ex rel. Townsend v. Burnside.

In Procedendo. On relator’s request for issuance of an additional summons. Request denied. Relator’s motion for leave to amend complaint denied. Cause dismissed pursuant to Rule 12.04.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, J., concurs in part and dissents in part and would grant the motion for leave to amend.

Brunner and Deters, JJ., dissent and would grant the request and motion, order respondent to file an answer, and issue an alternative writ.

2025-1227. State ex rel. Callahan v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr.

In Mandamus. On respondents’ motions to dismiss. Motions granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1247. State ex rel. Kennedy v. Harris.

In Mandamus. Cause dismissed pursuant to Rule 12.04.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1292. State ex rel. Jones v. Eleventh Dist. Court of Appeals.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motion for issuance of emergency writ of mandamus. Motion denied. Respondent’s motion to dismiss granted. Relator’s request for docketing denied. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur

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2025-1347. State ex rel. Pottinger v. O’Malley.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On respondents’ motions to dismiss. Motions granted. Relator’s motion for leave to file amended response in opposition to dismissal denied. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1349. State ex rel. Hagens v. Warren Cty. Common Pleas Court.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Relator’s motion for leave to amend application for writ denied. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Deters, J., concurs but would sua sponte dismiss the cause and deny respondent’s motion as moot.

Brunner, J., dissents and would grant relator’s motion.

2025-1352. McBroom v. Ohio Aud.

In Procedendo. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Relator’s amended request for permission to file an addendum denied. Relator’s request for default judgment denied. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1365. State ex rel. McCoy v. Wells.

In Mandamus. On respondents’ motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Respondents’ motion to sanction relator denied. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Brunner, and Deters, JJ., concur.

Fischer, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur in part and dissent in part and would grant the motion to sanction relator.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2019-0543. State v. Lucius.

Logan App. No. 8-18-31, 2019-Ohio-741. On appellant’s motion to seal or restrict public access to case record. Motion denied.

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2025-0775. State ex rel. Bloodworth v. Toledo Corr. Inst.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motion for relief from judgment or order. Motion denied. Relator’s motion for leave to file amended motion for relief from judgment or order denied.

2025-1097. State ex rel. Ames v. Andover Village Council.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, alternative writ granted. The following schedule is set for the presentation of evidence and filing of briefs pursuant to Rule 12.05: The parties shall file any evidence they intend to present within 20 days of the court’s entry, relator shall file a brief within 30 days of the court’s entry, respondent shall file a brief within 20 days after the filing of relator’s brief, and relator may file a reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondent’s brief. Respondent’s "counterclaim/motion" held in abeyance and treated as requests to declare relator to be a vexatious litigator and for sanctions. Respondent’s motion for docket correction and motion for expedited dismissal of counterclaim denied.

Fischer, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., dissent in part and would sua sponte dismiss the cause.

Deters, J., dissents in part and would grant the motion for docket correction.

2025-1348. State v. Talbert.

Trumbull App. No. 2024-T-0081, 2025-Ohio-3116. On review of order certifying a conflict. The court determines that a conflict exists. The parties are to brief the issue as stated on page 2 of the court of appeals’ October 9, 2025 entry: "Does a trial court possess the authority as a matter of law to disapprove or foreclose a defendant’s participation in any Department of Rehabilitation and Correction’s transitional control program at a sentencing hearing?" The conflict cases are State v. Toennisson, 2011-Ohio-5869 (12th Dist.), and State v. Brown, 2016-Ohio-310 (1st Dist.). Sua sponte, cause consolidated with case No. 2025-1370.

2025-1439. State v. Wahl.

Wood App. Nos. WD-24-014 and WD-24-015, 2025-Ohio-4576. On review of order certifying a conflict. The court determines that a conflict exists. The parties are to brief the issue as stated in 2025-Ohio-4576, ¶ 17 (6th Dist.): "Does the ‘maximum prison term or term of imprisonment that the defendant or person could have received’ as used in R.C. 2945.401(J)(1)(b) for determining the final termination of commitment include the maximum prison term imposed under the indefinite sentencing scheme required by the Reagan Tokes Law?" The conflict case is State v. Young, 2021-Ohio-215 (8th Dist.).

Deters, J., dissents.

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2025-1366. State ex rel. Ames v. Stow-Munroe Falls City School Dist. Bd. of Edn.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, alternative writ granted. The following schedule is set for the presentation of evidence and filing of briefs pursuant to Rule 12.05: The parties shall file any evidence they intend to present within 20 days of the court’s entry, relator shall file a brief within 30 days of the court’s entry, respondent shall file a brief within 20 days after the filing of relator’s brief, and relator may file a reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondent’s brief. Respondent’s revised motion to correct the online docket and motion to strike page 8 of the opposition to the revised motion to correct the online docket denied. Respondent’s revised motion to consolidate case Nos. 2025-1366, 2025-1424, and 2025-1474 granted. Respondent’s "counterclaim/motion" held in abeyance and treated as requests to declare relator to be a vexatious litigator and for sanctions. Relator’s motion to strike or dismiss counterclaim and motion for expedited dismissal of counterclaim denied.

2025-1388. State ex rel. Hall v. Moore.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, alternative writ granted. The following schedule is set for the presentation of evidence and filing of briefs pursuant to Rule 12.05: The parties shall file any evidence they intend to present within 20 days of the court’s entry, relator shall file a brief within 30 days of the court’s entry, respondent shall file a brief within 20 days after the filing of relator’s brief, and relator may file a reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondent’s brief.

Fischer and Shanahan, JJ., dissent and would sua sponte dismiss the cause.

2025-1422. State ex rel. Bailey v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, alternative writ granted. The following schedule is set for the presentation of evidence and filing of briefs pursuant to Rule 12.05: The parties shall file any evidence they intend to present within 20 days of the court’s entry, relator shall file a brief within 30 days of the court’s entry, respondent shall file a brief within 20 days after the filing of relator’s brief, and relator may file a reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondent’s brief.

Fischer and Hawkins, JJ., dissent and would sua sponte dismiss the cause.

2025-1424. State ex rel. Ames v. Stow-Munroe Falls City School Dist. Bd. of Edn.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, alternative writ granted. The following schedule is set for the presentation of evidence and filing of briefs pursuant to Rule 12.05: The parties shall file any evidence they intend to present within 20 days of the court’s entry, relator shall file a brief within 30 days of the court’s entry, respondent shall file a brief within 20 days after the filing of relator’s brief, and relator may file a

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reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondent’s brief. Respondent’s revised motion to consolidate case Nos. 2025-1366, 2025-1424, and 2025-1474 granted. Respondent’s "counterclaim/motion" held in abeyance and treated as requests to declare relator to be a vexatious litigator and for sanctions. Relator’s motion to strike or dismiss counterclaim and motion to strike matter from respondent’s answer denied.

Fischer and Hawkins, JJ., dissent and would sua sponte dismiss the cause and deny the motions as moot.

2025-1469. In re A.M.

Franklin App. No. 23AP-540, 2025-Ohio-4435. On appellant/cross-appellee’s motion to stay. Motion denied.

Hawkins and Shanahan, JJ., dissent.

2025-1474. State ex rel. Ames v. Stow-Munroe Falls City School Dist. Bd. of Edn.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, alternative writ granted. The following schedule is set for the presentation of evidence and filing of briefs pursuant to Rule 12.05: The parties shall file any evidence they intend to present within 20 days of the court’s entry, relator shall file a brief within 30 days of the court’s entry, respondent shall file a brief within 20 days after the filing of relator’s brief, and relator may file a reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondent’s brief. Respondent’s revised motion to consolidate case Nos. 2025-1366, 2025-1424, and 2025-1474 granted. Respondent’s "counterclaim/motion" held in abeyance and treated as requests to declare relator to be a vexatious litigator and for sanctions. Relator’s motion to strike or dismiss counterclaim denied.

Fischer and Hawkins, JJ., dissent and would sua sponte dismiss the cause and deny the motions as moot.

2025-1497. State ex rel. Bristolville 25 Developer, L.L.C. v. Lordstown.

In Mandamus. On respondents’ motion to dismiss. Motion granted as to respondent Matthew M. Ries and denied as to respondents Village of Lordstown and Kellie D. Bordner. Sua sponte, respondents Village of Lordstown and Kellie Bordner ordered to file an answer to the complaint within 14 days. Sua sponte, alternative writ granted. The following schedule is set for the presentation of evidence and filing of briefs pursuant to Rule 12.05: The parties shall file any evidence they intend to present within 20 days of the court’s entry, relators shall file a brief within 30 days of the court’s entry, respondents shall file a brief within 20 days after the filing of relators’ brief, and relators may file a reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondents’ brief.

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2025-1527. Timley v. Timley.

Montgomery App. No. 30632. On emergency motion for injunction pending appeal. Motion denied.

APPEALS ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1265. Gateway Royalty, L.L.C. v. EAP Ohio, L.L.C.

Carroll App. No. 24 CA 0980, 2025-Ohio-2961. Appeal accepted on proposition of law No. I.

Brunner, J., would accept the appeal on both propositions of law.

Deters, J., dissents.

2025-1370. State v. Talbert.

Trumbull App. No. 2024-T-0081, 2025-Ohio-3116. Sua sponte, cause consolidated with case No. 2025-1348.

Fischer and Deters, JJ., dissent.

RECONSIDERATION OF PRIOR DECISIONS

2025-0737. Kohn v. Glenmede Trust Co.

Cuyahoga App. No. 113863, 2025-Ohio-1058. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5187. On motion for reconsideration. Motion granted and cause reinstated. Appellants shall file a merit brief within seven days. Briefing in this cause shall proceed in accordance with the briefing schedule in 2025-0818, Kohn v. Glenmede Trust Co., N.A.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer and Deters, JJ., dissent.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 24, 2025

[Cite as 12/24/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5682.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2023-1020. In re Application of S. Branch Solar, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5679.

Power Siting Board, No. 21-669-EL-BGN. Order affirmed.

Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., concurs, with an opinion.

2023-1296. VVF Intervest, L.L.C. v. Harris, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5680.

Board of Tax Appeals, No. 2019-1233. Decision reversed.

Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents, with an opinion.

2025-0647. State ex rel. Mack v. Robinson, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5681.

Richland App. No. 2025 CA 0021. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2025-0955. State ex rel. Whitney v. O’Brien.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On respondents’ motions to dismiss. Motions granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1177. State ex rel. Townsend v. Burnside.

In Procedendo. On relator’s request for issuance of an additional summons. Request denied. Relator’s motion for leave to amend complaint denied. Cause dismissed pursuant to Rule 12.04.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, J., concurs in part and dissents in part and would grant the motion for leave to amend.

Brunner and Deters, JJ., dissent and would grant the request and motion, order respondent to file an answer, and issue an alternative writ.

2025-1227. State ex rel. Callahan v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr.

In Mandamus. On respondents’ motions to dismiss. Motions granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1247. State ex rel. Kennedy v. Harris.

In Mandamus. Cause dismissed pursuant to Rule 12.04.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1292. State ex rel. Jones v. Eleventh Dist. Court of Appeals.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motion for issuance of emergency writ of mandamus. Motion denied. Respondent’s motion to dismiss granted. Relator’s request for docketing denied. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur

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2025-1347. State ex rel. Pottinger v. O’Malley.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On respondents’ motions to dismiss. Motions granted. Relator’s motion for leave to file amended response in opposition to dismissal denied. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1349. State ex rel. Hagens v. Warren Cty. Common Pleas Court.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Relator’s motion for leave to amend application for writ denied. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Deters, J., concurs but would sua sponte dismiss the cause and deny respondent’s motion as moot.

Brunner, J., dissents and would grant relator’s motion.

2025-1352. McBroom v. Ohio Aud.

In Procedendo. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Relator’s amended request for permission to file an addendum denied. Relator’s request for default judgment denied. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1365. State ex rel. McCoy v. Wells.

In Mandamus. On respondents’ motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Respondents’ motion to sanction relator denied. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Brunner, and Deters, JJ., concur.

Fischer, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur in part and dissent in part and would grant the motion to sanction relator.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2019-0543. State v. Lucius.

Logan App. No. 8-18-31, 2019-Ohio-741. On appellant’s motion to seal or restrict public access to case record. Motion denied.

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2025-0775. State ex rel. Bloodworth v. Toledo Corr. Inst.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motion for relief from judgment or order. Motion denied. Relator’s motion for leave to file amended motion for relief from judgment or order denied.

2025-1097. State ex rel. Ames v. Andover Village Council.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, alternative writ granted. The following schedule is set for the presentation of evidence and filing of briefs pursuant to Rule 12.05: The parties shall file any evidence they intend to present within 20 days of the court’s entry, relator shall file a brief within 30 days of the court’s entry, respondent shall file a brief within 20 days after the filing of relator’s brief, and relator may file a reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondent’s brief. Respondent’s "counterclaim/motion" held in abeyance and treated as requests to declare relator to be a vexatious litigator and for sanctions. Respondent’s motion for docket correction and motion for expedited dismissal of counterclaim denied.

Fischer, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., dissent in part and would sua sponte dismiss the cause.

Deters, J., dissents in part and would grant the motion for docket correction.

2025-1348. State v. Talbert.

Trumbull App. No. 2024-T-0081, 2025-Ohio-3116. On review of order certifying a conflict. The court determines that a conflict exists. The parties are to brief the issue as stated on page 2 of the court of appeals’ October 9, 2025 entry: "Does a trial court possess the authority as a matter of law to disapprove or foreclose a defendant’s participation in any Department of Rehabilitation and Correction’s transitional control program at a sentencing hearing?" The conflict cases are State v. Toennisson, 2011-Ohio-5869 (12th Dist.), and State v. Brown, 2016-Ohio-310 (1st Dist.). Sua sponte, cause consolidated with case No. 2025-1370.

2025-1439. State v. Wahl.

Wood App. Nos. WD-24-014 and WD-24-015, 2025-Ohio-4576. On review of order certifying a conflict. The court determines that a conflict exists. The parties are to brief the issue as stated in 2025-Ohio-4576, ¶ 17 (6th Dist.): "Does the ‘maximum prison term or term of imprisonment that the defendant or person could have received’ as used in R.C. 2945.401(J)(1)(b) for determining the final termination of commitment include the maximum prison term imposed under the indefinite sentencing scheme required by the Reagan Tokes Law?" The conflict case is State v. Young, 2021-Ohio-215 (8th Dist.).

Deters, J., dissents.

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2025-1366. State ex rel. Ames v. Stow-Munroe Falls City School Dist. Bd. of Edn.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, alternative writ granted. The following schedule is set for the presentation of evidence and filing of briefs pursuant to Rule 12.05: The parties shall file any evidence they intend to present within 20 days of the court’s entry, relator shall file a brief within 30 days of the court’s entry, respondent shall file a brief within 20 days after the filing of relator’s brief, and relator may file a reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondent’s brief. Respondent’s revised motion to correct the online docket and motion to strike page 8 of the opposition to the revised motion to correct the online docket denied. Respondent’s revised motion to consolidate case Nos. 2025-1366, 2025-1424, and 2025-1474 granted. Respondent’s "counterclaim/motion" held in abeyance and treated as requests to declare relator to be a vexatious litigator and for sanctions. Relator’s motion to strike or dismiss counterclaim and motion for expedited dismissal of counterclaim denied.

2025-1388. State ex rel. Hall v. Moore.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, alternative writ granted. The following schedule is set for the presentation of evidence and filing of briefs pursuant to Rule 12.05: The parties shall file any evidence they intend to present within 20 days of the court’s entry, relator shall file a brief within 30 days of the court’s entry, respondent shall file a brief within 20 days after the filing of relator’s brief, and relator may file a reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondent’s brief.

Fischer and Shanahan, JJ., dissent and would sua sponte dismiss the cause.

2025-1422. State ex rel. Bailey v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, alternative writ granted. The following schedule is set for the presentation of evidence and filing of briefs pursuant to Rule 12.05: The parties shall file any evidence they intend to present within 20 days of the court’s entry, relator shall file a brief within 30 days of the court’s entry, respondent shall file a brief within 20 days after the filing of relator’s brief, and relator may file a reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondent’s brief.

Fischer and Hawkins, JJ., dissent and would sua sponte dismiss the cause.

2025-1424. State ex rel. Ames v. Stow-Munroe Falls City School Dist. Bd. of Edn.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, alternative writ granted. The following schedule is set for the presentation of evidence and filing of briefs pursuant to Rule 12.05: The parties shall file any evidence they intend to present within 20 days of the court’s entry, relator shall file a brief within 30 days of the court’s entry, respondent shall file a brief within 20 days after the filing of relator’s brief, and relator may file a

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reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondent’s brief. Respondent’s revised motion to consolidate case Nos. 2025-1366, 2025-1424, and 2025-1474 granted. Respondent’s "counterclaim/motion" held in abeyance and treated as requests to declare relator to be a vexatious litigator and for sanctions. Relator’s motion to strike or dismiss counterclaim and motion to strike matter from respondent’s answer denied.

Fischer and Hawkins, JJ., dissent and would sua sponte dismiss the cause and deny the motions as moot.

2025-1469. In re A.M.

Franklin App. No. 23AP-540, 2025-Ohio-4435. On appellant/cross-appellee’s motion to stay. Motion denied.

Hawkins and Shanahan, JJ., dissent.

2025-1474. State ex rel. Ames v. Stow-Munroe Falls City School Dist. Bd. of Edn.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, alternative writ granted. The following schedule is set for the presentation of evidence and filing of briefs pursuant to Rule 12.05: The parties shall file any evidence they intend to present within 20 days of the court’s entry, relator shall file a brief within 30 days of the court’s entry, respondent shall file a brief within 20 days after the filing of relator’s brief, and relator may file a reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondent’s brief. Respondent’s revised motion to consolidate case Nos. 2025-1366, 2025-1424, and 2025-1474 granted. Respondent’s "counterclaim/motion" held in abeyance and treated as requests to declare relator to be a vexatious litigator and for sanctions. Relator’s motion to strike or dismiss counterclaim denied.

Fischer and Hawkins, JJ., dissent and would sua sponte dismiss the cause and deny the motions as moot.

2025-1497. State ex rel. Bristolville 25 Developer, L.L.C. v. Lordstown.

In Mandamus. On respondents’ motion to dismiss. Motion granted as to respondent Matthew M. Ries and denied as to respondents Village of Lordstown and Kellie D. Bordner. Sua sponte, respondents Village of Lordstown and Kellie Bordner ordered to file an answer to the complaint within 14 days. Sua sponte, alternative writ granted. The following schedule is set for the presentation of evidence and filing of briefs pursuant to Rule 12.05: The parties shall file any evidence they intend to present within 20 days of the court’s entry, relators shall file a brief within 30 days of the court’s entry, respondents shall file a brief within 20 days after the filing of relators’ brief, and relators may file a reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondents’ brief.

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2025-1527. Timley v. Timley.

Montgomery App. No. 30632. On emergency motion for injunction pending appeal. Motion denied.

APPEALS ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1265. Gateway Royalty, L.L.C. v. EAP Ohio, L.L.C.

Carroll App. No. 24 CA 0980, 2025-Ohio-2961. Appeal accepted on proposition of law No. I.

Brunner, J., would accept the appeal on both propositions of law.

Deters, J., dissents.

2025-1370. State v. Talbert.

Trumbull App. No. 2024-T-0081, 2025-Ohio-3116. Sua sponte, cause consolidated with case No. 2025-1348.

Fischer and Deters, JJ., dissent.

RECONSIDERATION OF PRIOR DECISIONS

2025-0737. Kohn v. Glenmede Trust Co.

Cuyahoga App. No. 113863, 2025-Ohio-1058. Reported at 2025-Ohio-5187. On motion for reconsideration. Motion granted and cause reinstated. Appellants shall file a merit brief within seven days. Briefing in this cause shall proceed in accordance with the briefing schedule in 2025-0818, Kohn v. Glenmede Trust Co., N.A.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer and Deters, JJ., dissent.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 23, 2025

[Cite as 12/23/2025 Case Announcements #3, 2025-Ohio-5728.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1653. State ex rel. Nealey v. Franklin Cty. Mun. Court, Hous. Div.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On relator’s emergency motion for immediate stay of proceedings pending determination of jurisdiction. Motion denied.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 23, 2025

[Cite as 12/23/2025 Case Announcements #2, 2025-Ohio-5720.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-0340. Z.J. v. R.M., Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5662.

Richland App. No. 2022 CA 0071, 2023-Ohio-3552. Judgment affirmed.

Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents, with an opinion.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2025-0789. Disciplinary Counsel v. Juhola, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5663.

On Certified Report by the Board of Professional Conduct, No. 2024-036. Michael Duane Juhola, Attorney Registration No. 0010709, last known business address in Worthington, Ohio, suspended from the practice of law for two years with 18 months conditionally stayed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

DeWine and Deters, JJ., concur in part and dissent in part and would adopt the board’s recommendations that Juhola be suspended from the practice of law for six months and that he be required to work with a monitoring attorney for one year following his reinstatement.

Brunner, J., not participating.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-0913. State v. Jones.

Stark App. No. 2024 CA 00144, 2025-Ohio-1926. On appellant’s motion for leave to file an amended merit brief. Motion granted. Appellant’s amended merit brief deemed filed as of December 9, 2025.

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2025-1510. State ex rel. Yost v. Cent. Tobacco & Snuff, Inc.

Delaware App. No. 24 CAE 11 0103, 2025-Ohio-4613. On motions for permission to appear pro hac vice of Connor Fuchs and Dennis A. Henigan. Motions granted. Pursuant to Gov.Bar R. XII(4), counsel shall file notices of permission to appear pro hac vice with the Supreme Court’s Office of Attorney Services within 30 days.

2025-1606. Youngblood v. Tornichio.

Greene App. No. 2025-CA-52. On appellant’s motion for appointment of appellate counsel. Motion denied.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 23, 2025

[Cite as 12/23/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5661.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2025-1471. Powell v. Cook.

In Habeas Corpus. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1428. State v. Smith.

Franklin App. No. 23AP-636, 2024-Ohio-5613. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

APPEALS ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1317. Lyon v. Riverside Methodist Hosp.

Franklin App. No. 23AP-379, 2025-Ohio-2991. Sua sponte, cause held for the decision in 2025-0386, Paganini v. Cataract Eye Ctr. of Cleveland. Appellant’s motion to consolidate denied.

2025-1334. Hilton v. Lorain.

Lorain App. Nos. 24CA012095 and 24CA012142, 2025-Ohio-3015.

Brunner, Deters, and Shanahan, JJ., dissent.

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2025-1336. Drushal v. Miller.

Pike App. No. 25CA942.

Brunner, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., would hold the cause for the decision in 2024-1669 and 2025-0071, Wells Fargo Bank, Natl. Assn. v. Doberdruk.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine and Deters, JJ., dissent.

APPEALS NOT ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1018. State v. Patterson.

Franklin App. No. 22AP-436, 2025-Ohio-280.

Fischer and Brunner, JJ., dissent and would accept the appeal on proposition of law No. II.

2025-1250. State v. Frazier.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-49, 2025-Ohio-2992.

2025-1281. State v. Howard.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114623, 2025-Ohio-3281.

2025-1283. Garner v. S. 20th St. Properties.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-580.

2025-1286. Mason v. Forshey.

Noble App. No. 25 NO 0522, 2025-Ohio-3130.

2025-1293. State v. Bringht.

Cuyahoga App. Nos. 114548 and 114879, 2025-Ohio-3144.

Fischer, J., dissents and would accept the appeal on proposition of law No. I and hold the cause for the decision in 2024-1464, State v. Fontanez.

2025-1295. State v. Miller.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-75.

2025-1296. State v. Smith.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114637, 2025-Ohio-3071.

2025-1297. CrossCountry Mtge., L.L.C. v. Green.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115134. Appellant’s motion for judgment on the record, motion for leave to file notice of transfer of interest, motion to halt proceedings,

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motion for leave to file response to motion to strike and for sanctions, and "motion for judgment on the record and to strike appellee’s noncompliance for failure to file merit brief, due process violations, and constitutional breaches" denied. Appellee’s "motion to strike frivolous findings and award other relief" denied as moot.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, J., would deny appellee’s motion on the merits.

DeWine, J., would deny as moot appellant’s motion for leave to file response to motion to strike and for sanctions.

Hawkins, J., dissents in part and would grant appellee’s motion.

2025-1298. State v. Hughes.

Hocking App. Nos. 24CA1 and 24CA2, 2025-Ohio-894.

2025-1299. J&S Motors, L.L.C. v. Hendking.

Lake App. No. 2024-L-088, 2025-Ohio-2925.

2025-1300. State v. McKenzie.

Lawrence App. No. 22CA14, 2025-Ohio-415.

2025-1301. State v. Crump.

Mahoning App. No. 24 MA 0086, 2025-Ohio-2962.

2025-1304. State v. Spirko.

Van Wert App. No. 15-25-08.

DeWine, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., dissent.

2025-1305. Giron v. Mouneimne.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-364, 2025-Ohio-3246.

2025-1306. State v. Jones.

Erie App. No. E-24-009, 2025-Ohio-2958.

2025-1308. State v. Gabriel.

Perry App. No. 24-CA-00013, 2025-Ohio-2971.

2025-1312. State v. Topp.

Henry App. No. 7-24-11, 2025-Ohio-2388.

2025-1313. State v. Cobb.

Richland App. No. 2023 CA 0051, 2024-Ohio-2608.

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2025-1315. State v. Heald.

Lake App. No. 2025-L-010, 2025-Ohio-3031.

2025-1319. State v. Blacker.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-244, 2025-Ohio-3085.

2025-1325. State v. Johnson.

Highland App. No. 23CA11, 2025-Ohio-3137.

2025-1326. State v. Morris.

Cuyahoga App. No. 113777, 2025-Ohio-3273.

2025-1327. State v. Cabiness.

Licking App. No. 2025 CA 00006, 2025-Ohio-3087.

2025-1338. State v. Matthews.

Ottawa App. Nos. OT-24-045 and OT-24-046, 2025-Ohio-3175.

2025-1340. State v. Hall.

Meigs App. No. 22CA12, 2025-Ohio-3199.

2025-1343. State v. Chicharro.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114678, 2025-Ohio-3073.

2025-1346. State v. Williams.

Lucas App. No. L-24-1138, 2025-Ohio-3105.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2025-1354. State v. Catale.

Mahoning App. No. 2025 MA 0023.

2025-1355. Wiehe v. JP Morgan Chase Bank, Natl. Assn.

Richland App. No. 25CA16.

Brunner, J., dissents and would accept the appeal on proposition of law No. II.

2025-1356. Cochran v. Falcone.

Hamilton App. No. C-250030.

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2025-1357. Zirafi v. Green Mile Ents., L.L.C.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114423, 2025-Ohio-2862.

2025-1372. Arndts v. State Teachers Retirement Sys. of Ohio.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-312, 2025-Ohio-3245.

2025-1385. State v. Groce.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-334, 2025-Ohio-4345.

2025-1398. State v. Spencer.

Mahoning App. No. 25 MA 0012, 2025-Ohio-3268.

Fischer, J., dissents and would accept the appeal on proposition of law Nos. I and IV.

2025-1404. State v. Ison.

Trumbull App. No. 2024-T-0094, 2025-Ohio-3193.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2025-1418. State v. Jones.

Hamilton App. No. C-240533, 2025-Ohio-3252.

Deters, J., not participating.

2025-1423. State v. Jones.

Summit App. No. 31130, 2025-Ohio-3259.

Fischer, J., dissents and would accept the appeal on proposition of law No. I.

2025-1450. State v. Walker.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-335, 2025-Ohio-4346.

RECONSIDERATION OF PRIOR DECISIONS

2025-0865. State ex rel. Martin v. Croucher.

In Prohibition. Reported at 2025-Ohio-4796. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-0997. State v. Jones.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114038, 2025-Ohio-2144. Reported at 2025-Ohio-4796. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

Brunner and Shanahan, JJ., dissent.

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2025-1049. State ex rel. Ismaiyl v. Gallagher.

In Prohibition. Reported at 2025-Ohio-4796. On amended motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-1052. State ex rel. Blair v. State.

In Mandamus. Reported at 2025-Ohio-4796. On relator’s request for ruling. Request denied. Relator’s motion for reconsideration and "ruling request on reconsideration" denied.

Kennedy, C.J., would deny the "ruling request on reconsideration" as moot.

2025-1141. State v. Edmonson.

Clermont App. No. CA2024-04-024, 2024-Ohio-4831. Reported at 2025-Ohio-4853. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 22, 2025

[Cite as 12/22/2025 Case Announcements #5, 2025-Ohio-5721.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1602. State ex rel. Matveeva v. Cuyahoga Cty. Common Pleas Court Clerk.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, respondent permitted to file a response, if any, to relator’s emergency motion for extension of time no later than 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 23, 2025. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 22, 2025

[Cite as 12/22/2025 Case Announcements #4, 2025-Ohio-5702.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1653. State ex rel. Nealey v. Franklin Cty. Mun. Court, Hous. Div.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. Sua sponte, respondents ordered to file a response, if any, to relator’s emergency motion for immediate stay of proceedings pending determination of jurisdiction no later than 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 23, 2025. If respondents file a motion to dismiss or a motion for judgment on the pleadings pursuant to Rule 12.04, relator shall file a response, if any, to the motion no later than 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 23, 2025. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 22, 2025

[Cite as 12/22/2025 Case Announcements #3, 2025-Ohio-5678.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1666. State v. Kitto.

Lucas App. No. L-24-1199, 2025-Ohio-5301. On appellant’s motion for immediate stay. Motion denied.

Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., dissent.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 22, 2025

[Cite as 12/22/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5676.]

SLIP OPINIONS REPLACED BY OHIO OFFICIAL REPORTS VERSIONS

AS OF DECEMBER 22, 2025

The official versions of the opinions listed below, which were previously released as slip opinions, are being published in the December 22, 2025 Ohio Official Reports advance sheet. The Official Reports volume and initial page numbers are provided after the citation for reference.

2024-0031. Ohio Council 8, AFSCME, AFL-CIO v. Lakewood, 2025-Ohio-2052. (180 Ohio St.3d 105)

2024-0514. State ex rel. Ware v. O’Malley, 2025-Ohio-1855. (180 Ohio St.3d 90)

2024-0740, 2024-0747, 2024-0846, and 2024-0856. State ex rel. Adkins v. Cole, 2025-Ohio-1026. (180 Ohio St.3d 74)

2024-1203. State ex rel. Snodgrass v. Trumbull Corr. Inst., 2025-Ohio-4688. (180 Ohio St.3d 140)

2025-0089. State ex rel. Martre v. Reed, 2025-Ohio-4542. (180 Ohio St.3d 127)

2025-1088. State ex rel. M/I Homes of Cincinnati, L.L.C. v. Clermont Cty. Bd. of Elections, 2025-Ohio-4362. (180 Ohio St.3d 114)

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2025-1105. State ex rel. Hicks v. Adams Cty. Bd. of Elections, 2025-Ohio-4582. (180 Ohio St.3d 132)

2025-1339. In re Warczak, 2025-Ohio-4700. (180 Ohio St.3d 1201)

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-0458. N. Canton Dept. of Dev. Servs. v. CF Homes, L.L.C.

Stark App. No. 2024CA00108, 2025-Ohio-522. On motion of amicus curiae, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, to participate in oral argument. Motion granted. Amicus curiae shall share the time allotted to appellee.

MISCELLANEOUS DISMISSALS

2025-1237. Foster v. McGinty.

Miscellaneous case. Relator did not file a response to the court’s December 3, 2025 entry ordering relator to submit a request for issuance of an additional summons at an alternative address or show cause why this case should not be dismissed for failure to perfect service upon respondent. Sua sponte, cause dismissed for failure to perfect service.

2025-1351. State ex rel. El-Bey Ali v. Kobasher.

In Mandamus. On relator’s application for dismissal. Application granted. Respondent’s motion to dismiss denied as moot. Cause dismissed.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 22, 2025

[Cite as 12/22/2025 Case Announcements #2, 2025-Ohio-5677.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2025-1652. State ex rel. Restivo v. Burnside.

In Prohibition. Cause dismissed pursuant to Rule 12.04.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 19, 2025

[Cite as 12/19/2025 Case Announcements #3, 2025-Ohio-5667.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-0333. El-Hitti v. Americare Kidney, Inst., L.L.C.

Cuyahoga App. No. 113650, 2025-Ohio-165. Sua sponte, parties ordered to file simultaneous, supplemental briefs that address whether the trial court’s decision denying a bifurcated trial is a final, appealable order. The parties shall file their briefs no later than Monday, December 29, 2025, and no responsive briefs are permitted. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 19, 2025

[Cite as 12/19/2025 Case Announcements #2, 2025-Ohio-5653.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1652. State ex rel. Restivo v. Burnside.

In Prohibition. Sua sponte, respondent ordered to file a response to the complaint no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, December 19, 2025. If respondent files a motion to dismiss or a motion for judgment on the pleadings pursuant to Rule 12.04, relator shall file a response, if any, to the motion no later than 9:00 p.m. on Friday, December 19, 2025. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

2025-1666. State v. Kitto.

Lucas App. No. L-24-1199, 2025-Ohio-5301. Sua sponte, appellee ordered to file a response, if any, to appellant’s motion for immediate stay no later than 9:00 a.m. on Monday, December 22, 2025. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 19, 2025

[Cite as 12/19/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5650.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2023-1300. State ex rel. Mauk v. Sheldon, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5611.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motion for reconsideration. Motion denied. Writ granted in part and denied in part. Relator awarded court costs and $2,000 in statutory damages, and relator’s request for an award of attorney fees denied.

DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, J., concurs except as to the award of statutory damages.

Kennedy, C.J., concurs in part and dissents in part, with an opinion joined by Brunner, J.

2025-0114. State ex rel. Whitfield v. Burkhart, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5612.

In Mandamus. Writ denied as moot and relator awarded $500 in statutory damages.

DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, J., concurs except as to the award of statutory damages.

Kennedy, C.J., concurs in part and dissents in part, with an opinion.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 18, 2025

[Cite as 12/18/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5620.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-0669. State v. Balmert, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5588.

Lorain App. No. 22CA011908, 2024-Ohio-1207. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., concurs in part and dissents in part, with an opinion.

2025-0104. State ex rel. Martens v. Findlay, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5589.

Hancock App. No. 5-24-08. On appellant’s motion to supplement the record and request for oral argument. Motion and request denied. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1458. In re Application of Ohio Power Co.

Public Utilities Commission, No. 24-508-EL-ATA. On Office of the Ohio Consumers’ Counsel’s motion to intervene as appellee. Motion granted.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 17, 2025

[Cite as 12/17/2025 Case Announcements #2, 2025-Ohio-5617.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2025-1257. State ex rel. Kimble v. State Farm Fire & Cas. Co.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motion for default judgment. Motion denied. Relator’s motion to strike response denied. Motions to dismiss of respondents Ohio Department of Insurance and Angie Terrill, State Farm Fire and Casualty Company, Jeffrey Lee Lambert, and Lori Thomson, and Zach DeSilvis granted. Relator’s motion to strike motion to dismiss of respondents State Farm Fire and Casualty Company, Jeffrey Lee Lambert, and Lori Thomson denied. Relator’s motion for sanctions against respondent State Farm Fire and Casualty Company and counsel denied. Relator’s motions for sanctions, "motion to strike material misrepresentations," "motion to compel recognition of statutory violations," "motion to strike defective filings," "motion for other appropriate relief," motion to disqualify and/or bar attorney Lori Thompson from further participation, and motion for leave to amend complaint and caption to add Joseph W. Shinaver Jr. and Shinaver Law Firm as respondents denied. Sua sponte, cause dismissed as to respondent Attorney Mike Manahan. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1603. State v. Tilton.

Lake App. Nos. 2025-L-016 and 2025-L-017. On appellant’s emergency motion for stay of execution pending appeal. Motion denied.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 17, 2025

[Cite as 12/17/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5610.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-0882. State v. Gowdy, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5575.

Hamilton App. No. C-230644, 2024-Ohio-1765. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-0085. State ex rel. Castellon v. Swallow, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5576.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motion for leave to amend complaint. Motion denied. Writ denied as moot. Relator awarded $2,000 in statutory damages, and relator’s requests for awards of court costs and attorney fees denied.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, J., concurs except as to the award of statutory damages.

AFFIDAVITS OF DISQUALIFICATION

The chief justice has released the following judicial-disqualification opinion, which was previously issued as an entry in response to an affidavit of disqualification filed pursuant to R.C. 2701.03.

25-AP-077. In re Disqualification of Fuller, 2025-Ohio-5601 (decided June 16, 2025).

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MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-0912. State v. Barton.

Hamilton App. No. C-240427, 2025-Ohio-1904. On motion for permission to appear pro hac vice of Julian Clark. Motion granted. Pursuant to Gov.Bar R. XII(4), counsel shall file a notice of permission to appear pro hac vice with the Supreme Court’s Office of Attorney Services within 30 days.

DISCIPLINARY CASES

2025-0623. Disciplinary Counsel v. Wilson.

Sua sponte, Joshua Adam Wilson, Attorney Registration No. 0092025, last known business address in Westerville, Ohio, found in contempt for failure to file an affidavit of compliance on or before November 13, 2025.

2025-1339. In re Warczak.

Sua sponte, Patrick Thomas Warczak Jr., Attorney Registration No. 0101796, last known business address in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, found in contempt for failure to file an affidavit of compliance on or before November 13, 2025.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 16, 2025

[Cite as 12/16/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5578.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2025-1391. State ex rel. Katsigianis v. Mahoning Cty. Juvenile Court Clerk.

In Mandamus, Prohibition, and Procedendo. On relator’s motion for alternative writ and emergency stay. Motion denied. Relator’s motion for court-directed service and waiver of mailing by relator, motion for leave to file revised complaint, and emergency motion for peremptory writ and interim stay denied. Respondents’ motion to dismiss granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-0458. State v. Bostick, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5559.

Cuyahoga App. No. 112437, 2023-Ohio-3631. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., dissents, with an opinion.

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2024-1363. State ex rel. Clark v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr., Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5552.

In Mandamus. Writ denied in part and held in abeyance in part. Writ denied as to relator’s requests for relief for ten of the records requested, and respondent ordered to file under seal within 14 days for in camera inspection copies of the "post orders" that relator requested. Decision on relator’s requests for relief as to the "post orders" held in abeyance.

Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., concurs in part and dissents in part, with an opinion joined by Brunner, J.

Brunner, J., concurs in part and dissents in part, with an opinion.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 15, 2025

[Cite as 12/15/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5563.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1537. Souders v. Lazor.

Hamilton App. No. C-240613, 2025-Ohio-4649. On appellant’s motion for leave to file corrected memorandum in support of jurisdiction. Motion granted. Appellant’s corrected memorandum in support of jurisdiction deemed filed as of the date of the court’s entry.

2025-1619. Home Loan Savs. Bank v. Jahweh, L.L.C.

Coshocton App. No. 24CA11, 2025-Ohio-2945. Appellant’s memorandum in support of jurisdiction fails to comply with Rule 7.02(B)(1) (a memorandum "shall not exceed fifteen numbered pages, exclusive of the table of contents, the signature block, and the certificate of service"). Sua sponte, pages 21 through 23 of the memorandum in support of jurisdiction, exclusive of the signature block and certificate of service, stricken.

DISCIPLINARY CASES

2025-1153. In re Resignation of Ulinski.

On application for retirement or resignation of Linda Chugh Ulinski, Attorney Registration No. 0051969, last known business address in Fairlawn, Ohio. Resignation accepted with disciplinary action pending.

Fischer, J., dissents.

Brunner, J., not participating.

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2025-1409. In re Resignation of McMahon.

On application for retirement or resignation of Paige James McMahon, Attorney Registration No. 0040755, last known business address in Chillicothe, Ohio. Resignation accepted with disciplinary action pending.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, J., dissent.

Brunner, J., not participating.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 12, 2025

[Cite as 12/12/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5542.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1240. In re Application of Ohio Power Co.

Public Utilities Commission, No. 25-133-EL-AEC. On Ohio Power Company’s motion to intervene as appellee. Motion granted.

2025-1241. In re Application of Ohio Power Co.

Public Utilities Commission, No. 25-134-EL-AEC. On Ohio Power Company’s motion to intervene as appellee. Motion granted.

2025-1458. In re Application of Ohio Power Co.

Public Utilities Commission, No. 24-508-EL-ATA. On Ohio Power Company’s motion to intervene as appellee. Motion granted.

2025-1545. State ex rel. Koeberer v. Weir.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, it is ordered that within 14 days, relator shall submit a request for issuance of an additional summons at an alternative address or show cause why this case should not be dismissed for failure to perfect service on Jenny Lynn Higgins.

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DISCIPLINARY CASES

2025-1454. In re Resignation of Westfall.

On application for retirement or resignation of Elizabeth V. Westfall, Attorney Registration No. 0078091, last known business address in Columbus, Ohio. Resignation accepted with disciplinary action pending.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, J., dissent.

Michael Hess, J., of the Fourth District Court of Appeals, sitting for Brunner, J.

Hawkins, J., not participating.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 11, 2025

[Cite as 12/11/2025 Case Announcements #2, 2025-Ohio-5539.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2025-1245. State ex rel. Pizzuto v. Trouten.

In Mandamus, Prohibition, Procedendo, and Quo Warranto. On relator’s motion to refer document to prosecutorial authority. Motion denied. Relator’s motions for evidentiary submission, motion for leave to file amended petition for writ, and motion for judicial notice of controlling or persuasive authority. Motions denied. Respondent Belmont County Court Judge David Trouten’s motion to strike first motion for evidentiary submission denied. Respondents’ motions to dismiss granted. Relator’s third motion for evidentiary submission or to submit evidence and second motion for judicial notice of controlling or persuasive authority denied as moot. Respondent Judge Trouten’s motions to strike denied as moot. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2023-1622. State ex rel. Young v. Blendon Twp. Police Dept.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, cause no longer held for the decision in 2023-1327, State ex rel. Gatehouse Media Ohio Holdings II, Inc. v. Columbus Police Dept., and stay of briefing schedule lifted. Relator may file an amended merit brief reflecting State ex rel. GateHouse Media Ohio Holdings II, Inc. v. Columbus Police Dept., 2025-Ohio-5243, within 30 days. Respondent shall file a brief within 20 days after the filing of relator’s amended brief. Relator may file a reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondent’s brief.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 11, 2025

[Cite as 12/11/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5502.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

In re Chukwuani.

On motion for leave to file affidavit of disqualification against Judge David E. Stucki. Motion granted. The clerk of the court shall file the motion for leave and the affidavit of disqualification as of December 8, 2025.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 10, 2025

[Cite as 12/10/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5488.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2025-1571. State ex rel. Lendmark Fin. Servs., L.L.C. v. Bennett.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On relator’s emergency motion for writs of prohibition and/or mandamus. Motion denied. Respondents’ motion to dismiss granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

DISCIPLINARY CASES

2025-1447. Disciplinary Counsel v. Dornan.

On certified order of the Supreme Court of Colorado, No. 25PDJ40. William Gibson Dornan IV, Attorney Registration No. 0070968, last known business address in Denver, Colorado, publicly reprimanded.

2025-1512. Disciplinary Counsel v. Greulich.

On certification of default. David Paul Greulich Jr., Attorney Registration No. 0067366, last known business address in Cleveland, Ohio, suspended from the practice of law for an interim period.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 10, 2025

[Cite as 12/10/2025 Case Announcements #2, 2025-Ohio-5501.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1400. State ex rel. Slodov v. Gallagher.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, respondent ordered to file a response, if any, to relator’s motion for immediate stay of appellate-court proceedings no later than 3:00 p.m. on Monday, December 15, 2025. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 9, 2025

[Cite as 12/09/2025 Case Announcements #4, 2025-Ohio-5489.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-0386. Paganini v. Cataract Eye Ctr. of Cleveland.

Cuyahoga App. Nos. 113867 and 114019, 2025-Ohio-275. On appellee’s motion to dismiss appeal as improvidently allowed. Motion denied.

Brunner, J., dissents.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 9, 2025

[Cite as 12/09/2025 Case Announcements #5, 2025-Ohio-5490.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1603. State v. Tilton.

Lake App. Nos. 2025-L-016 and 2025-L-017, 2025-Ohio-5471. Sua sponte, appellee ordered to file a response, if any, to appellant’s emergency motion for stay of execution pending appeal no later than 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 11, 2025. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 9, 2025

[Cite as 12/09/2025 Case Announcements #2, 2025-Ohio-5477.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-0912. State v. Barton.

Hamilton App. No. C-240427, 2025-Ohio-1904. On motion for permission to appear pro hac vice of Jonah Horwitz. Motion granted. Pursuant to Gov.Bar R. XII(4), counsel shall file a notice of permission to appear pro hac vice with the Supreme Court’s Office of Attorney Services within 30 days.

MISCELLANEOUS DISMISSALS

2025-1123. State ex rel. Hudson v. Cleveland.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-207, 2025-Ohio-2871. Appellant has not filed a merit brief, due December 1, 2025, in compliance with the Rules of Practice of the Supreme Court of Ohio and therefore has failed to prosecute this cause with the requisite diligence. Cause dismissed.

2025-1133. State v. Higgins.

Perry App. No. 24CA0003, 2025-Ohio-2122. Appellant has not filed a memorandum in support of jurisdiction, due December 1, 2025, in compliance with the Rules of Practice of the Supreme Court of Ohio and therefore has failed to prosecute this cause with the requisite diligence. Cause dismissed.

2025-1429. State ex rel. Monto v. McIntosh.

In Mandamus. On relators’ application for dismissal. Application granted. Cause dismissed.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 9, 2025

[Cite as 12/09/2025 Case Announcements #3, 2025-Ohio-5478.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1602. State ex rel. Matveeva v. Cuyahoga Cty. Court of Common Pleas Clerk.

In Mandamus. In accordance with Rule 22.02, respondent ordered to file an answer to the petition no later than Monday, December 15, 2025. The parties shall file simultaneous briefs within five days from the filing of respondent’s answer. The parties may stipulate to extensions of time only upon approval of the court.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 9, 2025

[Cite as 12/09/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5429.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2025-1252. State ex rel. Allah-U-Akbar v. Neimi.

In Habeas Corpus. On respondent’s application to appoint special prosecutor. Application denied as moot. Respondent’s motion to dismiss amended petition denied as moot. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1387. State ex rel. Garrison v. Baldwin.

In Habeas Corpus. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Hawkins, J., not participating.

2025-1441. Banks v. State.

In Habeas Corpus. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1067. In re Application of Ohio Power Co.

Public Utilities Commission, No. 22-693-EL-ABN. On motion for leave to intervene as appellee of Nationwide Energy Partners, L.L.C. Motion denied.

Deters, J., not participating.

2025-1305. Giron v. Mouneimne.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-364, 2025-Ohio-3246. On appellant’s motion to stay lower-court proceedings. Motion denied.

2025-1335. State v. Rayle.

Columbiana App. No. 24 CO 0034, 2025-Ohio-1912. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, J., dissent.

2025-1390. State v. Wright.

Williams App. No. WM-24-014, 2025-Ohio-3176. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion granted. Appellant shall file a memorandum in support of jurisdiction within 30 days.

2025-1415. Cambridge Health Leasing, L.L.C. v. Embassy Cambridge, L.L.C.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114523, 2025-Ohio-3278. On appellees/cross-appellants’ motion to increase supersedeas bond. Motion denied.

2025-1472. State ex rel. Chappell v. Blackburn-Dolan.

In Mandamus. On combined motion for interim relief, peremptory writ, judicial notice, and supplemental facts. Motion denied.

APPEALS ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1277. State v. Morrell.

Muskingum App. No. CT2025-0017, 2025-Ohio-2878.

Kennedy, C.J., and Brunner, J., dissent.

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APPEALS NOT ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1211. In re L.D.

Clinton App. Nos. CA2025-03-009 through CA2025-03-016 and CA2025-03-023, 2025-Ohio-2892.

Fischer, J., dissents.

2025-1216. Cuyahoga Cty. Treas. v. LaRossa Property Affiliates, Ltd.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114183, 2025-Ohio-2768.

2025-1220. Watts v. A.A. Able Bonding & Ins. Agency, Inc.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115368. Appellant’s motion "to recognize and strike witness intimidation" denied.

2025-1221. State v. Johnson.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114389, 2025-Ohio-2770.

2025-1222. State v. Eberle.

Clermont App. No. CA2025-01-001, 2025-Ohio-2813.

Fischer, J., dissents.

2025-1226. State v. Thompson.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114159, 2025-Ohio-1547.

Fischer, J., dissents and would accept the appeal on proposition of law No. I.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2025-1228. Chrzanowski v. Chrzanowski.

Cuyahoga App. Nos. 114932 and 114933, 2025-Ohio-2690.

2025-1229. State v. Nagy.

Cuyahoga App. No. 90400, 2025-Ohio-2767.

2025-1230. State v. Lynch.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114304, 2025-Ohio-2769.

2025-1233. Griesmar v. Stow.

Summit App. No. 31202, 2025-Ohio-1993.

2025-1236. State v. Rhodes.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-267, 2025-Ohio-2956.

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2025-1242. Massacci v. Sloan-Massacci.

Mahoning App. No. 25 MA 0004, 2025-Ohio-2825.

2025-1243. Rojas v. Rucker.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114630, 2025-Ohio-2777.

2025-1248. Martens v. Findlay.

Hancock App. No. 5-24-46.

2025-1249. State v. Wood.

Fayette App. Nos. CA2024-02-002 and CA2024-02-003, 2025-Ohio-2273.

2025-1251. State v. Jones.

Portage App. No. 2024-P-0082, 2025-Ohio-2928.

2025-1254. State v. Mollett.

Allen App. No. 1-24-35, 2025-Ohio-2826.

2025-1256. State v. Chuppa.

Lake App. No. 2025-L-009, 2025-Ohio-3117.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents.

2025-1261. Clemens v. Perfect Auto, L.L.C.

Summit App. No. 30957, 2025-Ohio-2847.

2025-1262. State v. Kidder.

Columbiana App. No. 24 CO 0048, 2025-Ohio-2905.

2025-1263. In re A.K.

Highland App. No. 25CA8, 2025-Ohio-2935.

2025-1266. Clay v. Galita.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114679, 2025-Ohio-2779.

2025-1268. Anton v. Petras.

Cuyahoga App. Nos. 113858 and 113859, 2025-Ohio-2861.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer and Hawkins, JJ., dissent.

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2025-1269. State v. Nelder.

Columbiana App. No. 25 CO 0003, 2025-Ohio-2906.

2025-1270. In re D.R.-S.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-414, 2025-Ohio-2873.

2025-1271. State v. Woods.

Lucas App. No. L-22-1195, 2023-Ohio-3549.

2025-1276. State v. Brigner.

Athens App. No. 23CA14 and 24CA23, 2025-Ohio-1753.

2025-1282. Alungbe v. Flottman.

Hamilton App. No. C-250421. Appellant’s motion for immediate consideration and expedited action, motion for limited remand or clarification regarding trial-court authority to conduct parenting-time enforcement and contempt proceedings during appeal, and request to update service list denied.

2025-1284. Ijakoli v. Alungbe.

Hamilton App. No. C-250460. Appellant’s motion for immediate consideration and expedited action, motion for limited remand or clarification regarding trial-court authority to conduct parenting-time enforcement and contempt proceedings during appeal, and request to update service list denied.

2025-1285. In re Adoption of J.P.B.

Summit App. Nos. 30918, 30919, 31204, and 31205, 2025-Ohio-1352.

2025-1288. Ijakoli v. Alungbe.

Hamilton App. No. C-250462. Appellant’s motion for immediate consideration and expedited action, motion for limited remand or clarification regarding trial-court authority to conduct parenting-time enforcement and contempt proceedings during appeal, and request to update service list denied.

2025-1290. Ijakoli v. Alungbe.

Hamilton App. No. C-250463. Appellant’s motion for immediate consideration and expedited action, motion for limited remand or clarification regarding trial-court authority to conduct parenting-time enforcement and contempt proceedings during appeal, and request to update service list denied.

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2025-1294. Home Loan Sav. Bank v. Jahweh, L.L.C.

Coshocton App. No. 2024CA0011, 2025-Ohio-2945.

Brunner, J., would also refer the matter to the Board on the Unauthorized Practice of Law.

2025-1302. State v. Whitman.

Stark App. No. 2017CA00079, 2018-Ohio-2924.

2025-1310. State v. Goodwin.

Summit App. No. 31361, 2025-Ohio-2979.

Fischer, J., dissents and would accept the appeal on proposition of law No. I.

2025-1311. In re A.M.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-657, 2025-Ohio-2993.

2025-1328. State v. Snow.

Lucas App. No. L-24-1194, 2025-Ohio-3104.

RECONSIDERATION OF PRIOR DECISIONS

2025-0938. State v. Woods.

Lawrence App. Nos. 16CA28 and 16CA29, 2018-Ohio-4588. Reported at 2025-Ohio-4476. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-1253. State v. Prince.

Scioto App. No. 23CA4014, 2025-Ohio-2996. Reported at 2025-Ohio-4694. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied. Appellant’s motion for consideration of personal circumstances pending appeal denied.

DeWine and Hawkins, JJ., would deny as moot the motion for consideration of personal circumstances.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 8, 2025

[Cite as 12/08/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5452.]

SLIP OPINIONS REPLACED BY OHIO OFFICIAL REPORTS VERSIONS

AS OF DECEMBER 8, 2025

The official versions of the opinions listed below, which were previously released as slip opinions, are being published in the December 8, 2025 Ohio Official Reports advance sheet. The Official Reports volume and initial page numbers are provided after the citation for reference.

2023-1636. State ex rel. Ware v. Sheldon, 2025-Ohio-1768. (180 Ohio St.3d 1)

2024-0108. State v. Staffrey, 2025-Ohio-2889. (180 Ohio St.3d 18)

2024-1075. State ex rel. LeadingAge Ohio v. Ohio Dept. of Medicaid, 2025-Ohio-3066. (180 Ohio St.3d 41)

2024-1155. State ex rel. Urban v. Wano Expiditing, Inc., 2025-Ohio-3009. (180 Ohio St.3d 31)

2024-1162. State ex rel. Dodson v. Smith, 2025-Ohio-1878. (180 Ohio St.3d 6)

2024-1425. State ex rel. Springfield City School Dist. Bd. of Edn. v. Hamilton, 2025-Ohio-4427. (180 Ohio St.3d 62)

2024-1728. Columbus Bar Assn. v. Bryant, 2025-Ohio-1879. (180 Ohio St.3d 14)

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2024-1771. State ex rel. Harris v. Trelka, 2025-Ohio-4453. (180 Ohio St.3d 71)

2025-1061. State ex rel. Nelsonville v. Athens Cty. Bd. of Elections, 2025-Ohio-4363. (180 Ohio St.3d 52)

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-0753. Sheetz, Inc. v. Centerville.

Certified Question of State Law, United States District Court, Southern District of Ohio, Western Division, No. 3:24-cv-59. On issuance of a corrected entry on review pursuant to Rule 9.05(B), the court will answer the following question: "Whether a party must bring affirmative claims for damages and declaratory relief within an R.C. [Ch.] 2506 administrative appeal to avoid res judicata." Petitioners’ "motion to strike [respondent] Mark R. Chilson’s merit brief" denied.

DeWine, J., dissents in part and would decline to answer the question and would deny the motion as moot.

Brunner, J., dissents in part and would grant the motion in part and would strike respondent Mark Chilson’s name from the brief.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 5, 2025

[Cite as 12/05/2025 Case Announcements #2, 2025-Ohio-5443.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1245. State ex rel. Pizzuto v. Trouten.

In Mandamus, Prohibition, Procedendo, and Quo Warranto. Sua sponte, relator ordered to file a response, if any, to the December 3, 2025 motion to strike of respondent Belmont County Judge David Trouten no later than 3:00 p.m. on Monday, December 8, 2025. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 5, 2025

[Cite as 12/05/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5425.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-1404. Disciplinary Counsel v. Fusco, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5397.

On Certified Report by the Board of Professional Conduct, No. 2024-008. Anthony James Fusco, Attorney Registration No. 0093904, last known address in Youngstown, Ohio, indefinitely suspended from the practice of law with no credit for time served under his interim felony suspension.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, Leland, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

DeWine, J., concurs in part and dissents in part, with an opinion joined by Deters, J.

David J. Leland, J., of the Tenth District Court of Appeals, sitting for Brunner, J.

2024-1722. Disciplinary Counsel v. Rossi, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5398.

On Certified Report by the Board of Professional Conduct, No. 2024-010. Gregg August Rossi, Attorney Registration No. 0051224, last known business address in Youngstown, Ohio, suspended from the practice of law for six months.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Carr, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Donna J. Carr, J., of the Ninth District Court of Appeals, sitting for Brunner, J.

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MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1364. In re Application of Frasier Solar, L.L.C.

Power Siting Board, No. 23-796-EL-BGN. On Frasier Solar, L.L.C.’s motion for leave to intervene as appellee. Motion granted.

MISCELLANEOUS DISMISSALS

2025-1139. State ex rel. Green v. Jenkins.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motion to withdraw. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

2025-1353. State ex rel. Allentown Dental Group, L.P. v. Marsh.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On relator’s application for dismissal without prejudice. Application granted. Fifth Third Bank, National Association’s motion for leave to intervene as respondent denied as moot. Cause dismissed.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 4, 2025

[Cite as 12/04/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5408.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2023-0772. State v. Jones, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5389.

Hamilton App. No. C-230005. Judgment reversed and cause remanded.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Tucker, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, J., dissents, with an opinion joined by Brunner, J.

Michael Tucker, J., of the Second District Court of Appeals, sitting for Deters, J.

2025-0483. Disciplinary Counsel v. Gill, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5392.

On Certified Report by the Board of Professional Conduct, No. 2024-025. Sterling Everard Gill II, Attorney Registration No. 0034021, last known business address in Columbus, Ohio, suspended from the practice of law for two years with 18 months conditionally stayed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, Deters, and Hawkins, JJ., concur.

DeWine and Shanahan, JJ., dissent and would impose a fully stayed two-year suspension, as recommended by the board.

Brunner, J., not participating.

2025-0793. Disciplinary Counsel v. Collins, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5393.

On Certified Report by the Board of Professional Conduct, No. 2024-026. Cedric Preston Collins, Attorney Registration No. 0088995, last known business address in Reynoldsburg, Ohio, suspended from the practice of law for two years conditionally stayed.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, J., concurs in judgment only.

Brunner, J., not participating.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 3, 2025

[Cite as 12/03/2025 Case Announcements #4, 2025-Ohio-5396.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1571. State ex rel. Lendmark Fin. Servs., L.L.C. v. Bennett.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. Sua sponte, respondents ordered to file a response to relator’s complaint and emergency motion for writs of prohibition and/or mandamus no later than 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 4, 2025. If respondents file a motion to dismiss or a motion for judgment on the pleadings pursuant to Rule 12.04, relator shall file a response, if any, to the motion no later than 3:00 p.m. on Friday, December 5, 2025. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 2, 2025

[Cite as 12/02/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5383.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-1786. State ex rel. Conomy v. Rohrer, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5296.

Delaware App. No. 24 CAD 07 0042, 2024-Ohio-5535. On appellant’s motion to disqualify appellees’ counsel, motion for referral to a special master, motion to strike affidavits submitted by appellees, and motion for show-cause order. Motions denied. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-0070. Seelbaugh v. Montgomery Cty. Court of Common Pleas, Domestic Relations Div., Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5297.

Montogomery App. No. 30292, 2024-Ohio-5705. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-0381. State ex rel. Fenstermaker v. VanEerten, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5298.

In Mandamus. Writ and relator’s request for statutory damages denied.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 3, 2025

[Cite as 12/03/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5386.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2025-0424. Sparks v. Frederick, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5370.

Marion App. No. 9-24-58. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-0429. State ex rel. Papageorgiou v. Avalotis Corp, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5371.

Franklin App. No. 23AP-689, 2025-Ohio-846. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-0792. Disciplinary Counsel v. Mollica, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5372.

On Certified Report of the Board of Professional Conduct, No. 2024-034. Matthew Christopher Mollica of Cambridge, Ohio, Attorney Registration No. 0097415, suspended from the practice of law for one year conditionally stayed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., not participating.

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MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2025-1008. Scales v. McMonagle.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1119. Tichavakunda v. Cuyahoga Cty. Court of Common Pleas.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On motion to dismiss of respondents Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas, Cuyahoga County Prosecutor’s Office, George Rukovena, former Court of Common Pleas Judge Bridget M. McCafferty, and Cuyahoga County Clerk of Courts. Motion granted. Sua sponte, cause dismissed as to respondents Robert Williams and the late Richard Agopian. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1129. State ex rel. Rielinger v. Russo.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Relator’s motion to disqualify Cuyahoga County Prosecutor Michael C. O’Malley and Cuyahoga County Prosecutor’s Office as counsel for respondent or, in the alternative, to strike their appearance denied. Relator’s motion to strike motion to dismiss, motion for sanctions against respondent, motion for leave to file amended complaint, emergency motion for referral to the Ohio Attorney General and the United States Department of Justice, "motion to strike filings," motion for referral to the Office of Disciplinary Counsel and the United States Department of Justice, emergency notice and request for immediate intervention and stay of hearing scheduled for November 12, 2025, denied. Relator’s motion to strike respondent’s opposition and for immediate issuance of writ, immediate stay, and sanctions denied. Relator’s revised emergency motion to declare bench warrant void denied. Relator’s motion to strike respondent’s motion and to vacate November 12, 2025 hearing denied as moot. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1135. State ex rel. Cook v. Summit Cty. Clerk of Courts.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss and notice of mootness. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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2025-1156. State ex rel. Saunders v. Cuyahoga Cty. Court of Common Pleas.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss amended complaint. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1160. Minton v. Adams Cty. Common Pleas Court.

Miscellaneous case. On relator’s "amended motion that no final appealable order exists in Adams County case No. CV20230218." Motion denied. Respondents’ motions to dismiss granted. Relator’s "amended motion proposing plaintiff’s sovereign citizenship grounds for immediate dismissal," amended motion for judicial notice of foreign awards, amended motion for order to convert tort action into prohibition action, and demand for discovery denied. Respondents’ motion to strike motion to convert denied. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1166. State ex rel. Justice v. O’Shaughnessy.

In Mandamus. On respondents’ motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Brunner, Deters, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, DeWine, and Hawkins, JJ., concur and would sua sponte declare relator to be a vexatious litigator.

2025-1169. State ex rel. Wasserman v. Mackey.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1172. State ex rel. Black v. Alachua Cty. Sheriff’s Office.

In Mandamus. Cause dismissed pursuant to Rule 12.04.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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2025-1174. Lattimore v. Ohio Bar Assn.

Miscellaneous case. On "admission without examination by order of the Supreme Court." Request denied. Respondent’s motion to dismiss granted. Relator’s motion for leave to file amended complaint denied. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1183. State ex rel. Whiteside v. Miller.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion denied as moot. Sua sponte, cause dismissed as moot.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1189. State ex rel. Tingler v. Brown.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Relator’s motion to require proof of authority for private counsel and to clarify proper respondent denied. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, J., concurs and would sua sponte again declare relator to be a vexatious litigator.

Brunner, J., concurs in part and dissents in part and would deny respondent’s motion, order respondent to file an answer, and issue an alternative writ.

2025-1199. State ex rel. Richards v. O’Malley.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1201. State ex rel. Nixon v. Miller.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents and would order respondent to file an answer and would issue an alternative writ for the reasons set forth in her dissenting opinion in State ex rel. Jordan v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr., 2025-Ohio-3051.

Brunner, J., dissents and would order respondent to file an answer and would issue an alternative writ.

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2025-1204. State ex rel. Taylor v. O’Malley.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss amended complaint. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1231. State ex rel. King-Malone v. Gill.

In Quo Warranto. On relator’s motion for peremptory writ or, alternatively, for default judgment and ancillary relief. Motion denied. Respondent’s motion to dismiss granted. Relator’s motion for acceptance of declaration in lieu of affidavit and proposed request for recusal and declaration-affidavit denied. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1238. Wilcox v. Fankhauser.

In Procedendo. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1244. Cooper v. Kennedy.

Miscellaneous case. On relator’s "motion of discovery and exculpatory evidence." Motion denied. Relator’s "motion of forfeiture" denied. Respondent’s motion to dismiss granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1255. State ex rel. Jabbar v. Bryant.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On respondents’ motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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2025-1259. State ex rel. Mack v. Richland Cty. Sheriff’s Office.

In Mandamus. On motion to dismiss of respondent Richland County Sheriff’s Office. Motion granted. Sua sponte, cause dismissed as to respondent Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation. Cause dismissed.

Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., concurs in part and dissents in part and would issue an alternative writ as to respondent Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents and would order respondent Richland County Sheriff’s Office to file an answer and would issue an alternative writ as to both respondents.

2025-1264. State ex rel. Alford v. Diehl.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents and would order respondent to file an answer and would issue an alternative writ for the reasons set forth in her dissenting opinion in State ex rel. Jordan v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr., 2025-Ohio-3051.

2025-1291. State ex rel. Moss v. Hamilton Cty. Court of Common Pleas.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1460. State ex rel. Rielinger v. Mona.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On relator’s request for immediate stay and accounting hearing. Request denied. Relator’s emergency motion for immediate stay of execution pending review and emergency motion for immediate release of property denied. Respondent Cleveland Municipal Judge Scott J. Mona’s motion to dismiss granted. Sua sponte, cause dismissed as to Eighth District Court of Appeals Judge Eileen Gallagher. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2024-1676. State ex rel. Suggs v. Watson.

In Mandamus. On relator’s "relief from judgment or order." Request denied.

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2025-0053. State ex rel. Suggs v. Watson.

In Mandamus. On relator’s "relief from judgment or order." Request denied.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2025-0753. Sheetz, Inc. v. Centerville.

Certified Question of State Law, United States District Court, Southern District of Ohio, Western Division, No. 3:24-CV-59. On review pursuant to Rule 9.05(B), this court will answer the following question: "Whether a party must bring affirmative claims for damages and declaratory relief within an R.C. [Ch.] 2506 administrative appeal to avoid res judicata." Petitioners shall file their merit brief within 40 days, and the parties shall otherwise proceed in accordance with S.Ct.Prac.R. 16.02 through 16.04 and S.Ct.Prac.R. 9.07. Petitioners’ motion to strike respondent Mark R. Chilson’s merit brief denied.

DeWine, J., dissents in part and would decline to answer the question and would deny the motion as moot.

Brunner, J., dissents in part and would grant the motion in part and would strike respondent Mark Chilson’s name from the brief.

2025-1142. State ex rel. Utz v. Parikh.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, alternative writ granted. The following schedule is set for the presentation of evidence and filing of briefs pursuant to Rule 12.05: The parties shall file any evidence they intend to present within 20 days of the court’s entry, relator shall file a brief within 30 days of the court’s entry, respondent shall file a brief within 20 days after the filing of relator’s brief, and relator may file a reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondent’s brief.

2025-1224. In re A.S.

Summit App. No. 31183, 2025-Ohio-1349. On review of order certifying a conflict. The court determines that a conflict exists. The parties are to brief the issue as stated on page 1 of the court of appeals’ September 18, 2025 entry: "When, after a child is adjudicated dependent, the child’s natural parent regains legal custody and the juvenile court closes the case, may the trial court subsequently award custody to a nonparent without first finding that the natural parent is presently unsuitable?" The conflict case is In re B.K., 2013-Ohio-1190 (8th Dist.). Sua sponte, cause consolidated with case No. 2025-1225.

DeWine and Hawkins, JJ., dissent.

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APPEALS ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1225. In re A.S.

Summit App. No. 31183, 2025-Ohio-1349. Sua sponte, cause consolidated with case No. 2025-1224.

DeWine, J., dissents.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 3, 2025

[Cite as 12/03/2025 Case Announcements #3, 2025-Ohio-5395.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-0066. State v. Rodriguez.

Hamilton App. No. C-240075, 2025-Ohio-53. On motion of amicus curiae, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, to participate in oral argument. Motion granted. Amicus curiae shall share the time allotted to appellant.

2025-0218. State v. Lash.

Cuyahoga App. No. 113766, 2024-Ohio-6025. On motion of amicus curiae, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, to participate in oral argument. Motion granted. Amicus curiae shall share the time allotted to appellant.

2025-1055. State ex rel. Bowling v. DeWine.

Franklin App. Nos. 25AP-191 through 25AP-193, 2025-Ohio-2313. On motion for permission to appear pro hac vice of Thomas A. Zimmerman Jr. Motion granted. Pursuant to Gov.Bar R. XII(4), counsel shall file a notice of permission to appear pro hac vice with the Supreme Court’s Office of Attorney Services within 30 days.

2025-1089. State v. Marshall.

Lorain App. No. 23CA012056, 2025-Ohio-2283. On Gabrielle Ploplis’s motion to withdraw as counsel. Motion granted.

2025-1237. Foster v. McGinty.

Miscellaneous case. Sua sponte, it is ordered that within 14 days, relator shall submit a request for issuance of an additional summons at an alternative address or show cause why this case should not be dismissed for failure to perfect service.

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2025-1260. Deutsche Bank Natl. Trust Co. v. Pinkston.

Richland App. No. 2025CA0030, 2025-Ohio-3178. On appellee’s motion to strike. Motion denied. Sua sponte, appellee permitted to file a memorandum in response to jurisdiction within 30 days of the court’s entry.

2025-1395. State v. Hall.

Portage App. No. 2024-P-0073, 2025-Ohio-1708. On appellee’s motion to strike. Motion denied. Sua sponte, appellee permitted to file a memorandum in response to jurisdiction no later than December 8, 2025.

MISCELLANEOUS DISMISSALS

2025-1448. State ex rel. E. Ohio Gas Co. v. Vodrey.

In Prohibition. On relators’ application for dismissal. Application granted. Relators’ revised emergency motion to stay all proceedings before respondent or, alternatively, for alternative writ denied as moot. Cause dismissed.

MEDIATION MATTERS

2025-1148. State ex rel. Utz v. Cincinnati.

In Mandamus. The court returns this case to the regular docket under Rule 19.01.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 3, 2025

[Cite as 12/03/2025 Case Announcements #2, 2025-Ohio-5387.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2025-0826. State ex rel. Massengale v. O’Malley.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents and would order respondent to file an answer and would grant an alternative writ.

Brunner, J., dissents, with an opinion.

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BRUNNER, J., dissenting.

Relator, Clint J. Massengale Sr., is seeking to inspect his own sealed criminal records. Under R.C. 2953.34(A)(3), "the person who is the subject of the records" included in a sealing order may inspect the records "[u]pon application." Massengale avers in an affidavit submitted with his complaint for relief in mandamus that he has made such an application but has not been permitted to inspect the records. Massengale asks this court to, among other things, order respondent, Cuyahoga County Prosecutor Michael O’Malley, to permit Massengale to inspect his sealed records.

The prosecutor filed a motion to dismiss under Civ.R. 12(B)(6). He argues that Massengale cannot establish a claim in mandamus, because Massengale has not produced a court order authorizing the prosecutor to release Massengale’s sealed records to him. Massengale asserts that he is not required to obtain a court order to inspect his own sealed criminal records and that the prosecutor has a legal duty to allow him to inspect the records upon application.

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In my view, Massengale has established a viable claim for mandamus relief, and we should therefore deny the motion to dismiss. Because the court agrees with the prosecutor and dismisses this action, I dissent.

"‘Dismissal of a mandamus action under Civ.R. 12(B)(6) is appropriate if, after presuming all factual allegations in the complaint to be true and drawing all reasonable inferences in the relator’s favor, it appears beyond doubt that he can prove no set of facts entitling him to a writ of mandamus.’" State ex rel. Roush v. Hickson, 2024-Ohio-4741, ¶ 8, quoting State ex rel. A.N. v. Cuyahoga Cty. Prosecutor’s Office, 2021-Ohio-2071, ¶ 8. To establish a claim for a writ of mandamus, Massengale must set forth facts that if presumed true, demonstrate that (1) he has a clear legal right to the relief requested, (2) the respondent has a clear legal duty to provide the relief, and (3) he does not have an adequate remedy in the ordinary course of the law. See State ex rel. Nelsonville v. Athens Cty. Bd. of Elections, 2025-Ohio-4363, ¶ 28.

Whether Massengale’s complaint can survive the prosecutor’s motion to dismiss depends on how R.C. 2953.34(A)(3) is interpreted. If the prosecutor’s reading of that statute is correct and the statute requires Massengale to obtain a court order before the prosecutor can allow Massengale to inspect his sealed records, then we should conclude that Massengale has not set forth sufficient facts to establish that he has a clear legal right to the relief he seeks and that the prosecutor has a clear legal duty to provide it. Massengale does not allege that he has obtained such an order, nor does he include any such order in the attachments to his complaint. But what the statute requires is unclear, and the prosecutor does not cite any binding authority supporting his interpretation of the statute.

In his motion to dismiss, the prosecutor explains that Massengale filed a discrimination case in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio against members of the Solon Police Department after being arrested by the Solon police. See Massengale v. Perhacs, 2025 WL 1573190 (N.D.Ohio May 6, 2025). Massengale apparently had his records related to the arrest sealed but is now seeking access to those records to support his discrimination case. The prosecutor argues that Massengale’s "mere request" to inspect the records is not enough to trigger a legal duty that he provide Massengale with access to the

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records. The prosecutor believes that without a court order authorizing him to "disclose and provide" the sealed the records to Massengale, he cannot provide the records to Massengale without violating the law and subjecting himself to criminal liability.

Massengale objects to the motion to dismiss, claiming that the statute is self-executing. He believes that he may present an application to inspect his own sealed criminal records to any public office or agency that possesses the records and be granted access to them. Massengale claims he has used this procedure with other governmental offices, like the Cuyahoga County Clerk of Courts, and been granted access to his records "upon submission of his application."

R.C. 2953.34(A)(3) provides that "[i]nspection of the sealed records included in a sealing order may be made only . . . "[u]pon application by the person who is the subject of the records or a legal representative of that person, by the persons named in the application." As Massengale contends, this language appears to require only that he submit an application to inspect his sealed criminal records since he is the person who is the subject of the records. Massengale also argues that contrary to the prosecutor’s claim, the statute specifically exempts the prosecutor from criminal liability for allowing Massengale to inspect his own sealed records. And he is correct that R.C. 2953.34(J)(3) exempts from criminal liability any public official who releases sealed records "if the records are released or disseminated or access is provided pursuant to an application by the person who is the subject of the information or data." (Emphasis added.) Massengale’s argument that the prosecutor has a duty to allow him to inspect his sealed records solely upon his filing of an application to do so and without a court order allowing the inspection is persuasive.

Massengale alleges that he has made the required application to the prosecutor to inspect his sealed records under R.C. 2953.34(A)(3) in a written request entitled "Application for Inspection and Copying of All Sealed Records Pursuant to R.C. § 2953.34(A)(3)." If the allegations in Massengale’s mandamus complaint are accepted as true and viewed in a light most favorable to him, then he has sufficiently alleged that he has a legal right to inspect his sealed records and that the prosecutor has a legal duty to allow the inspection.

However, Massengale’s claim could still fail if he has an adequate remedy in the ordinary course of the law. The prosecutor argues that Massengale has such a remedy because Massengale can ask the court that issued the sealing order for an order allowing him to inspect

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the sealed records and Massengale could appeal any unfavorable decision issued by the judge. But if we take as true the allegations in Massengale’s complaint and agree with his reading of the applicable statute, then Massengale is not required to seek a court order allowing him to inspect the sealed records and the prosecutor must allow Massengale to inspect the records upon his application to do so. The prosecutor has not identified any other plain and adequate remedy available in the ordinary course of the law to Massengale that would defeat his claim for mandamus relief. See R.C. 2731.05.

The prosecutor has not established that there exists no set of facts under which Massengale could prevail in his claim for mandamus relief. See Roush, 2024-Ohio-4741, ¶ 8. And if we take all allegations in the complaint as true, Massengale has established sufficient facts to support a claim for relief in mandamus. Accordingly, we should deny the motion to dismiss and grant an alternative writ requiring the prosecutor to file an answer and setting the schedule for the submission of briefs and evidence. I therefore dissent.

Conclusion

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CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

December 1, 2025

[Cite as 12/01/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5356.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1257. State ex rel. Kimble v. State Farm Fire & Cas. Co.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, relator ordered to show cause within 14 days why this cause should not be dismissed for failure to perfect service as to respondent Attorney Mike Manahan within the time period since the complaint was filed.

DISCIPLINARY CASES

2025-1543. In re Six.

On certified entry of felony conviction. Christopher R. Six, Attorney Registration No. 0100475, last known address in Dayton, Ohio, suspended from the practice of law for an interim period.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

November 26, 2025

[Cite as 11/26/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5316.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2023-1218. State ex rel. Brown v. Columbiana Cty. Jail, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5280.

In Mandamus. On relator’s amended motion for contempt and sanctions and motion for statutory damages. Motions denied.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., concurs in part and dissents in part, with an opinion.

2024-1670. State ex rel. Barker v. Muskingum Cty. Prosecutor’s Office, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5293.

In Mandamus. On relator’s injunction claim and requests for a writ of mandamus, statutory damages, court costs, and attorney’s fees. Claim dismissed for lack of jurisdiction, and requests for writ, damages, costs, and fees denied. Relator’s motion for sanctions and a protective order denied.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2024-1791. Eggleston v. Wood, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5292.

Lorain App. No. 24CA012085, 2024-Ohio-5428. Judgment affirmed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1458. In re Application of Ohio Power Co.

Public Utilities Commission, No. 24-508-EL-ATA. On Ohio Energy Group’s motion for leave to intervene as appellee. Motion granted.

2025-1537. Souders v. Lazor.

Hamilton App. No. C-240613. Appellant’s memorandum in support of jurisdiction fails to comply with Rule 7.02(B)(1) (a memorandum "shall not exceed fifteen numbered pages, exclusive of the table of contents, the signature block, and the certificate of service"). Sua sponte, pages 16 through 22 of the memorandum in support of jurisdiction, exclusive of the signature block, stricken.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

November 26, 2025

[Cite as 11/26/2025 Case Announcements #2, 2025-Ohio-5319.]

RECONSIDERATION OF PRIOR DECISIONS

2025-0869. State ex rel. Crawford v. Bloom.

In Mandamus and Procedendo. Reported at 2025-Ohio-4537. On relator’s motion for reconsideration and reinstatement of original action and emergency relief. Motion denied. Relator’s motion for leave to file a revised motion for reconsideration denied.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

November 25, 2025

[Cite as 11/25/2025 Case Announcements #2, 2025-Ohio-5295.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2023-1327. State ex rel. Gatehouse Media Ohio Holdings II, Inc. v. Columbus Police Dept., Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5243.

In Mandamus. Writ denied.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, J., concurs in part and dissents in part, with an opinion.

Brunner, J., concurs in part and dissents in part, with an opinion.

2024-0514. State ex rel. Ware v. O’Malley, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5244.

In Mandamus. Relator’s request for statutory damages denied.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2024-1263. State ex rel. Siebold v. Columbus City Schools Bd. of Edn., Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5245.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motions for leave to file Exhibits E and F. Motion denied. Respondent’s motion for leave to file Justin M. Dortsch’s affidavit and the accompanying exhibits as revised evidence granted. Relator’s motion for leave to file proposed Exhibit G denied. Respondent’s evidentiary objections denied as moot. Cause dismissed as moot.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1352. McBroom v. Ohio Aud.

In Procedendo. On relator’s motion to strike motion to dismiss. Motion denied. Sua sponte, relator may file a memorandum in response to respondent’s motion to dismiss within ten days.

MISCELLANEOUS DISMISSALS

2025-1104. State ex rel. Bloodworth v. Corr. Receptions Ctr.

In Mandamus. Relator has not filed a merit brief, due November 21, 2025, in compliance with the Rules of Practice of the Supreme Court of Ohio and therefore has failed to prosecute this cause with the requisite diligence. Cause dismissed.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

November 25, 2025

[Cite as 11/25/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5220.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2025-1320. Jones v. Reynolds.

In Habeas Corpus. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1321. Spikes v. Dinkelacker.

In Habeas Corpus. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1331. Taylor v. Mansfield Corr. Inst.

In Habeas Corpus. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1332. State v. Taylor.

In Habeas Corpus. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1350. State v. Grant.

In Habeas Corpus. Sua sponte, cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1279. State v. Pecina.

Lucas App. No. L-23-1261, 2025-Ohio-1952. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion granted. Appellant shall file a memorandum in support of jurisdiction within 30 days.

Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., dissent.

2025-1316. State v. Hicks.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114112, 2025-Ohio-2520. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion granted. Appellant shall file a memorandum in support of jurisdiction within 30 days.

Fischer and Hawkins, JJ., dissent.

2025-1344. State v. Hayes.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-216, 2025-Ohio-2238. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion denied.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, J., dissent.

APPEALS ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1181. State ex rel. Ohio Atty. Gen. v. Mohiuddin.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-369, 2025-Ohio-2962.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2025-1215. State v. Smith.

Geauga App. No. 2025-G-0005, 2025-Ohio-2736.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer and Hawkins, JJ., dissent.

APPEALS NOT ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-0852. State v. Sharifi.

Franklin App. No. 23AP-217, 2024-Ohio-1144.

2025-0976. State v. Hodges.

Scioto App. No. 24CA4061, 2025-Ohio-2050.

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2025-1068. Berry v. Mullet.

Holmes App. No. 24CA018, 2025-Ohio-2345. Appeal and cross-appeal not accepted. Appellant/cross-appellee’s requests for oral argument denied.

DeWine and Brunner, JJ., would deny the requests as moot.

Hawkins, J., dissents.

2025-1069. Berry v. Mullet.

Holmes App. No. 24CA019, 2025-Ohio-2346. Appeal and cross-appeal not accepted. Appellant/cross-appellee’s requests for oral argument denied.

DeWine and Brunner, JJ., would deny the requests as moot.

Hawkins, J., dissents.

2025-1107. Hitchcock v. Hitchcock.

Tuscarawas App. No. 2025 AP 04 0015, 2025-Ohio-2668.

2025-1136. State v. Everson.

Mahoning App. No. 24 MA 0097, 2025-Ohio-2628.

2025-1140. Viridescent Realty Trust, Inc. v. Love Co., L.L.C.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-349.

Fischer, J., dissents.

2025-1145. State v. Godley.

Hancock App. No. 5-24-51.

2025-1151. State v. Bass.

Clark App. No. 2025-CA-12.

Fischer and Brunner, JJ., dissent.

2025-1157. State v. Vansickle.

Licking App. No. 2024 CA 0060, 2025-Ohio-2232.

Fischer, J., dissents and would accept the appeal as to proposition of law No. III.

2025-1158. State v. James.

Mahoning App. No. 24 MA 0104, 2025-Ohio-2629.

2025-1159. State v. Baker.

Montgomery App. No. 30544.

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2025-1161. State v. Andrews.

Scioto App. No. 24CA4076, 2025-Ohio-2803.

2025-1162. State v. Allen.

Allen App. No. 1-23-73, 2025-Ohio-2728.

2025-1163. State v. Rainey.

Hamilton App. No. C-240497, 2025-Ohio-2608.

Fischer, J., not participating.

2025-1164. State v. Blacker.

Franklin App. No. 23AP-320, 2024-Ohio-5611.

2025-1165. DeMio v. State Med. Bd. of Ohio.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-752, 2025-Ohio-2606.

2025-1167. Cuyahoga Cty. Treasurer v. Caldwell.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115305.

2025-1170. State v. Johnson.

Wayne App. Nos. 23AP0022 and 24AP0011, 2025-Ohio-2719.

2025-1175. In re Estate of Oburn.

Montgomery App. No. 30325, 2025-Ohio-2706.

2025-1179. State v. Woodfork.

Ross App. No. 23CA22, 2025-Ohio-2786.

2025-1182. State v. Quigley.

Franklin App. No. 24AP-523, 2025-Ohio-2654.

Deters and Shanahan, JJ., dissent and would accept the appeal on proposition of law No. I and hold the cause for the decision in 2024-0312, State v. Polizzi.

2025-1188. State v. Smiley.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114178, 2025-Ohio-2674.

2025-1194. State v. Richard.

Marion App. No. 9-24-62, 2025-Ohio-2943.

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2025-1195. Rossi Personalty Revocable Living Trust v. Keehan.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114291, 2025-Ohio-2694.

2025-1196. State v. Hagens.

Warren App. No. CA2025-04-029, 2025-Ohio-3114.

2025-1197. Scott v. Green.

Summit App. No. 31393, 2025-Ohio-2669.

2025-1198. State v. Bradley.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114281, 2025-Ohio-2675.

DeWine, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., dissent.

2025-1202. State v. Nosrati.

Delaware App. No. 24 CAA 11 0102, 2025-Ohio-2343.

2025-1203. State v. Thomas.

Allen App. No. 1-24-29, 2025-Ohio-1321.

2025-1205. State v. Brown.

Cuyahoga App. No. 113879, 2025-Ohio-2672.

2025-1206. Tvergyak v. Rak.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114513, 2025-Ohio-2680.

2025-1208. Donahue-Jones v. Roberts.

Madison App. No. CA2025-03-010, 2025-Ohio-2726.

Fischer, J., dissents.

2025-1209. State v. Harris.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114569, 2025-Ohio-2774.

2025-1223. Lu v. Univ. of Dayton.

Montgomery App. Nos. 30272 and 30375, 2025-Ohio-1948.

2025-1232. State v. Parker.

Trumbull App. No. 2023-T-0012, 2024-Ohio-2212.

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2025-1258. Hall v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-665.

2025-1275. Cerny v. Andrews.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114529, 2025-Ohio-2864.

Fischer and Brunner, JJ., dissent.

2025-1280. Stewart v. Disciplinary Counsel.

Franklin App. No. 25AP-88, 2025-Ohio-3082.

2025-1330. Batsche v. Batsche.

Clermont App. No. CA2024-12-097, 2025-Ohio-3017.

RECONSIDERATION OF PRIOR DECISIONS

2024-1745. State ex rel. Conomy v. Fuller.

Delaware App. No. 24 CAD 08 0056. Reported at 2025-Ohio-1313. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-0682. Menges v. Strunk.

Belmont App. No. 24 BE 0018, 2025-Ohio-2766. Reported at 2025-Ohio-3300. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-0717. Medlock v. Brooks.

Franklin App. No. 22AP-726, 2024-Ohio-529. Reported at 2025-Ohio-3300. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-0856. Gozion v. Jarvela.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114684. Reported at 2025-Ohio-3300. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-0889. State ex rel. Spencer v. Reynolds.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. Reported at 2025-Ohio-4537. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

Brunner, J., dissents in part and would grant the motion, and issue an alternative writ, as to the writ of mandamus.

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2025-0946. State ex rel. Rexroad v. Kuhn.

Scioto App. No. 25CA4131. Reported at 2025-Ohio-4426. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

DISCIPLINARY CASES

2025-1318. Disciplinary Counsel v. Paxton.

On Certified Report by the Board of Professional Conduct, No. 2025-005. William Anthony Paxton, Attorney Registration No. 0041392, last known business address in Maryville, Tennessee, suspended from the practice of law in Ohio for one year, stayed in its entirety.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, J., dissents and would remand the cause to the board.

Brunner, J., not participating.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

November 24, 2025

[Cite as 11/24/2025 Case Announcements #2, 2025-Ohio-5294.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1101. In re Complaint of Duke Energy Ohio, Inc. v. Nationwide Energy Partners, L.L.C.

Public Utilities Commission, No. 22-279-EL-CSS. On intervening appellee’s motion to suspend the briefing schedule. Motion denied.

Brunner, J., dissents.

Deters, J., not participating.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

November 24, 2025

[Cite as 11/24/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5263.]

SLIP OPINIONS REPLACED BY OHIO OFFICIAL REPORTS VERSIONS

AS OF NOVEMBER 24, 2025

The official versions of the opinions listed below, which were previously released as slip opinions, are being published in the November 24, 2025 Ohio Official Reports advance sheet. The Official Reports volume and initial page numbers are provided after the citation for reference.

2024-0208. Huntington Natl. Bank v. Schneider, 2025-Ohio-2920. (179 Ohio St.3d 422)

2024-1219. State ex rel. Johnson v. McNamara, 2025-Ohio-2891. (179 Ohio St.3d 417)

2024-1238. State ex rel. Jennewine v. Puffenberger, 2025-Ohio-3041. (179 Ohio St.3d 431)

2024-1657. State ex rel. Prime Roof Solutions, Inc. v. Indus. Comm., 2025-Ohio-4399. (179 Ohio St.3d 445)

2025-0405. In re Application of Aguilar, 2025-Ohio-2951. (179 Ohio St.3d 429)

2025-0990. Disciplinary Counsel v. Stanley, 2025-Ohio-3042. (179 Ohio St.3d 1241)

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2025-1079. State ex rel. Vermilion Campaign Commt. for Jean A. Anderson v. Lorain Cty. Bd. of Elections, 2025-Ohio-3250. (179 Ohio St.3d 436)

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

November 21, 2025

[Cite as 11/21/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5242.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-1409. Disciplinary Counsel v. Grendell, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5239.

On Certified Report by the Board of Professional Conduct, No. 2022-045. Timothy Joseph Grendell, Attorney Registration No. 0005827, last known business address in Chardon, Ohio, suspended from the practice of law for 18 months with 12 months conditionally stayed and immediately suspended from judicial office without pay for the duration of his disciplinary suspension.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, J., concurs in part and dissents in part, with an opinion joined by Edelstein, J.

Carly M. Edelstein, J., of the Tenth District Court of Appeals, sitting for Brunner, J.

MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2024-1687. Cincinnati ex rel. Miller v. Cincinnati.

Hamilton App. No. C-230683, 2024-Ohio-4805. On appellee Over-the-Rhine Community Housing’s motion to dismiss appeal as moot. Motion granted. Sua sponte, cause dismissed as to the remaining appellees, and oral argument scheduled for Tuesday, December 9, 2025, canceled. Cause dismissed.

DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, J., dissent.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

November 20, 2025

[Cite as 11/20/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5219.]

MISCELLANEOUS DISMISSALS

2025-1278. State ex rel. Boyce v. Rastatter.

In Procedendo. On relator’s application for dismissal. Application granted. Respondent’s motion for judgment on the pleadings denied as moot. Cause dismissed.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

November 19, 2025

[Cite as 11/19/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5200.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1511. State ex rel. Ames v. W. Geauga Local School Dist. Bd. of Edn.

Geauga App. No. 2025-G-0016, 2025-Ohio-5179. On appellee’s motion to refer case to mediation. Motion denied.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

November 18, 2025

[Cite as 11/18/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5187.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

In re Karnofel.

On February 10, 2010, this court found Delores M. Karnofel to be a vexatious litigator under former Rule 14.5(B), now Rule 4.03(B), in 2009-2074, Karnofel v. Girard Police Dept. On Karnofel’s request for leave to proceed. Request denied.

MISCELLANEOUS DISMISSALS

2025-0737. Kohn v. Glenmede Trust Co., N.A.

Cuyahoga App. No. 113863, 2025-Ohio-1058. Appellant has not filed a merit brief, due November 10, 2025, in compliance with the Rules of Practice of the Supreme Court of Ohio and therefore has failed to prosecute this cause with the requisite diligence. Cause dismissed.

2025-1065. State v. Holliman.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114286, 2025-Ohio-1262. Appellant has not filed a memorandum in support of jurisdiction, due November 13, 2025, in compliance with the Rules of Practice of the Supreme Court of Ohio and therefore has failed to prosecute this cause with the requisite diligence. Cause dismissed.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

November 17, 2025

[Cite as 11/17/2025 Case Announcements #2, 2025-Ohio-5186.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1497. State ex rel. Bristolville 25 Developer, L.L.C. v. Lordstown.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, respondents ordered to file a response to the complaint no later than 3:00 p.m. on Friday, November 21, 2025. If respondents file a motion to dismiss or a motion for judgment on the pleadings pursuant to Rule 12.04, relator shall file a response, if any, to the motion no later than 12:00 p.m. on Monday, November 24, 2025. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

November 17, 2025

[Cite as 11/17/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5169.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

In re Bozsik.

On June 4, 2008, this court found Steven A. Bozsik to be a vexatious litigator under former Rule XIV(5)(B), now Rule 4.03(B), in State ex rel. Bozsik v. Ninth Dist. Court of Appeals Judges, 2008-Ohio-2595. On Bozsik’s application for leave to commence an original action in mandamus. Application denied.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

November 14, 2025

[Cite as 11/14/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5159.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-0854. State v. Roberts, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5120.

Hamilton App. No. C-220615, 2024-Ohio-1604. Judgment reversed and convictions reinstated.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Carr and Brunner, JJ., concur except as to footnote 1.

Donna J. Carr, J., of the Ninth District Court of Appeals, sitting for Fischer, J.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1289. Hicks v. Clermont Cty. Republican Cent. Commt.

Clermont App. No. CA2025-01-005, 2025-Ohio-2913. On appellee’s motion to strike. Motion denied. Appellee may file a memorandum in response to jurisdiction within 30 days of the court’s entry.

DISCIPLINARY CASES

2025-0392. In re Lewis.

Pursuant to Gov.Bar R. V(18)(D)(1), respondent, Matthew Merritt Lewis, Attorney Registration No. 0092816, last known business address in Canfield, Ohio, reinstated to the practice of law.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

November 13, 2025

[Cite as 11/13/2025 Case Announcements #2, 2025-Ohio-5131.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1460. State ex rel. Rielinger v. Cleveland Mun. Court.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. Sua sponte, respondents ordered to file a response, if any, to relator’s emergency motion for immediate stay of execution pending review no later than 9:00 a.m. on Monday, November 17, 2025. If respondents file a motion to dismiss, relator may file a response to the motion to dismiss no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, November 17, 2025. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

November 13, 2025

[Cite as 11/13/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5130.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2023-1557. State ex rel. Boggs v. Cleveland, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5094.

Cuyahoga App. No. 112111, 2023-Ohio-3871. Judgment reversed and cause remanded.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, J., concurs in judgment only.

2024-1723. Disciplinary Counsel v. Norton, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5091.

On Certified Report by the Board of Professional Conduct, No. 2023-047. Eric Edward Norton, Attorney Registration No. 0071563, last known business address in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, suspended from the practice of law for two years with one year stayed on conditions.

DeWine, Osowik, Deters, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents, with an opinion joined by Fischer and Hawkins, JJ.

Thomas J. Osowik, J., of the Sixth District Court of Appeals, sitting for Brunner, J.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-0849. State ex rel. Bloodworth v. Corr. Receptions Ctr.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motion for leave to file amended motion for relief from judgment. Motion for leave granted and amended motion for relief from judgment deemed filed as of the date of the court’s entry.

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MEDIATION MATTERS

2025-1143. Fagan v. Shelby.

Richland App. No. 2024 CA 0061, 2025-Ohio-2648. On joint motion of all parties to refer case to mediation. Motion granted. The court refers this case to mediation under Rule 19.01 and stays all filing deadlines for this case until further order of this court. The court will not issue any decision on the merits of this case until mediation has concluded.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

November 12, 2025

[Cite as 11/12/2025 Case Announcements #4, 2025-Ohio-5121.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2025-1445. Shepov v. Cuyahoga Cty. Court of Common Pleas.

In Prohibition. On relator’s emergency motion to preserve record integrity. Motion denied. Respondent’s motion to dismiss granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, J., concurs but would deny relator’s motion as moot.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1129. State ex rel. Rielinger v. Russo.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. Sua sponte, respondent ordered to file a response, if any, to relator’s emergency notice and request for immediate intervention and stay of hearing scheduled for November 12, 2025, no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 14, 2025. If in response to relator’s emergency notice respondent files a motion to dismiss the emergency notice, relator may file a response to the motion to dismiss no later than 9:00 a.m. on Monday, November 17, 2025. No requests or stipulations for extension of time shall be filed, and the clerk of the court shall refuse to file any requests or stipulations for extension of time.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

November 12, 2025

[Cite as 11/12/2025 Case Announcements #2, 2025-Ohio-5078.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2025-1108. State ex rel. Jones v. Portage Cty. Common Pleas Court.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Relator’s request for judicial notice denied. Cause dismissed.

Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents.

Brunner, J., dissents and would sua sponte grant relator, who is incarcerated, additional time as may be established by the chief justice, to respond to the motion to dismiss, noting that the motion was served by ordinary mail service and relator states he discovered it by proactively checking this court’s docket online.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1180. State v. Pitts.

Lucas App. No. L-24-1050, 2025-Ohio-2030. On motion for leave to file delayed appeal. Motion granted. Appellant shall file a memorandum in support of jurisdiction within 30 days.

Kennedy, C.J., dissents.

APPEALS ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1102. Davenport v. Progressive Direct Ins. Co.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114306, 2025-Ohio-2449.

Brunner, J., dissents.

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2025-1120. Sortino v. Calfee, Halter & Griswold, L.L.P.

Erie App. No. E-24-023, 2025-Ohio-1949.

Fischer, Brunner, and Deters, JJ., dissent.

APPEALS NOT ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-0684. State v. Bond.

Richland App. Nos. 2024-CA-0009 and 2024-CA-0010, 2025-Ohio-360.

Brunner and Hawkins, JJ., dissent.

2025-0694. State v. Montgomery.

Clermont App. No. CA2024-01-002, 2025-Ohio-784.

Brunner, J., dissents.

2025-0733. State v. Gordon.

Tuscarawas App. No. 2024 AP 06 0021, 2025-Ohio-1229.

2025-0957. In re C/S Children.

Hamilton App. Nos. C-250018, C-250026, and C-250041, 2025-Ohio-1639.

Fischer and Brunner, JJ., dissent.

2025-1076. State v. Bishop.

Richland App. No. 2025 CA 0012, 2025-Ohio-2664.

2025-1086. State v. Maxey.

Cuyahoga App. No. 112981, 2025-Ohio-2671.

2025-1087. State v. Duncan.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114697, 2025-Ohio-2456.

2025-1092. State v. Mackey.

Licking App. No. 25CA00017. Appellants’ motion to certify appeal denied.

2025-1093. State v. Taylor.

Lawrence App. No. 25CA2, 2025-Ohio-2853.

2025-1100. State v. Howze.

Belmont App. No. 25 BE 0005, 2025-Ohio-2630.

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2025-1106. State v. Picard.

Richland App. No. 2025-CA-0015, 2025-Ohio-2700.

2025-1109. Kirksey v. Cornerstone Innovations, Inc.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114575, 2025-Ohio-2681.

2025-1113. State v. Sutton.

Seneca App. No. 13-24-12, 2025-Ohio-2487.

2025-1115. Ayers v. Ayers.

Wood App. No. WD-24-061

Kennedy, C.J., dissents.

2025-1116. State v. Cheatham.

Jackson App. No. 23CA17, 2025-Ohio-2584.

Fischer and Brunner, JJ., dissent and would accept the appeal on proposition of law No. I.

2025-1121. State v. Perenkovich.

Stark App. No. 24 CA 00046.

2025-1122. State v. Sperry.

Warren App. No. CA2024-12-087, 2025-Ohio-2626.

2025-1125. State v. Bradley.

Union App. No. 14-25-25.

2025-1127. Cleveland v. King.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114464, 2025-Ohio-3067. Appellant’s motions "to dismiss conviction void ab initio for lack of subject-matter jurisdiction and request for judicial notice of related proceedings in case No. 2025-1231" and "to grant jurisdictional motion as unopposed; in the alternative, immediate dismissal on the merits as void ab initio for lack of subject-matter jurisdiction" denied.

2025-1128. Jones v. W. Chester Hosp., L.L.C.

Butler App. No. CA2025-02-015, 2025-Ohio-2556.

2025-1130. Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. v. Lundeen.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114184, 2025-Ohio-838.

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2025-1131. State v. Kegg.

Athens App. No. 23CA16, 2025-Ohio-2651.

Fischer, J., dissents and would accept the appeal on proposition of law Nos. I and III.

2025-1132. Greenlee v. Richart.

Montgomery App. No. 30302, 2025-Ohio-2540.

2025-1152. CSRA Columbus OH Fitness Master Lessee, L.L.C. v. Fitness & Sports Clubs, L.L.C.

Delaware App. No. 24 CAE 08 0052, 2025-Ohio-2645. Appellee’s motion for order requiring appellants to increase the amount of the supersedeas bond denied.

Brunner, J., would deny the motion as moot.

2025-1173. In re A.S.

Lorain App. Nos. 24CA012194 and 25CA012209, 2025-Ohio-2621. Appellant’s request for appointment of counsel denied.

DeWine, J., would deny the request as moot.

2025-1176. State v. Shamblin.

Pickaway App. No. 24CA26, 2025-Ohio-2760.

2025-1178. State v. Huertas-Alicia.

Ashtabula App. No. 2022-A-0109, 2024-Ohio-2214.

2025-1184. State v. Valentino.

Medina App. No. 2024CA0077-M, 2025-Ohio-2721.

2025-1192. State v. Byers.

Hamilton App. No. C-240147, 2025-Ohio-2795.

2025-1200. State v. Stepp.

Butler App. No. CA2025-06-067. Appellant’s motion for disqualification and application for dismissal of case denied.

Brunner, J., dissents in part and would grant the application to dismiss the case.

2025-1207. In re H.C.

Highland App. No. 25CA4, 2025-Ohio-3010.

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2025-1214. State v. Kennedy.

Stark App. No. 24CA35.

2025-1218. Goldfarb v. Cuyahoga Cty. Dept. of Pub. Works.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114721, 2025-Ohio-3283.

RECONSIDERATION OF PRIOR DECISIONS

2024-1075. State ex rel. LeadingAge Ohio v. Ohio Dept. of Medicaid.

In Mandamus. Reported at 2025-Ohio-3066. On respondents’ motion for stay of execution of judgment. Motion denied. Motion for reconsideration denied.

2024-1219. State ex rel. Johnson v. McNamara.

Lucas App. No. L-24-1178. Reported at 2025-Ohio-2891. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-0824. Brock v. Hamilton Cty. Bd. of Zoning Appeals.

Hamilton App. No. C-240133, 2025-Ohio-717. Reported at 2025-Ohio-3078. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-0878. State v. Pierce.

Montgomery App. No. 30276, 2025-Ohio-1812. Reported at 2025-Ohio-3300. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-0926. Shephard v. CrossCountry Mtge., Inc.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114149, 2025-Ohio-1929. Reported at 2025-Ohio-3300. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied.

2025-1138. Johnson v. O’Donnell.

In Mandamus and Procedendo. Reported at 2025-Ohio-3180. On relator’s emergency motion for injunctive relief. Motion denied. Motion for reconsideration denied. Relator’s notice of delay/request for status update denied.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

November 12, 2025

[Cite as 11/12/2025 Case Announcements #3, 2025-Ohio-5112.]

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2025-1474. State ex rel. Ames v. Stow-Munroe Falls City School Dist. Bd. of Edn.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to refer case to mediation. Motion denied.

MISCELLANEOUS DISMISSALS

2025-1091. State ex rel. Marbuery-Davis v. Cuyahoga Cty. Common Pleas Court.

Cuyahoga App. No. 115125, 2025-Ohio-2602. Appellant has not filed a merit brief, due November 4, 2025, in compliance with the Rules of Practice of the Supreme Court of Ohio and therefore has failed to prosecute this cause with the requisite diligence. Cause dismissed.

MEDIATION MATTERS

2025-1097. State ex rel. Ames v. Andover Village Council.

In Mandamus. The court returns this case to the regular docket under Rule 19.01. Pursuant to respondent’s Civ.R. 4.7 waiver of service of summons, respondent shall file a response to the complaint on or before November 22, 2025.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

November 12, 2025

[Cite as 11/12/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5079.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-0540 and 2024-0541. State v. Musarra, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5058.

Cuyahoga App. Nos. 113486 and 113487. Judgment affirmed in part and reversed in part and cause remanded.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-0402. In re Application of Dempsey, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-5059.

On Report by the Board of Commissioners on Character and Fitness, No. 899. Application of Kristen Elise Dempsey for admission to the Ohio bar by transferred Uniform Bar Examination score disapproved. Applicant permitted to reapply no earlier than July 1, 2026.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

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MERIT DECISIONS WITHOUT OPINIONS

2025-0898. State ex rel. Combs v. Synenberg.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On respondent’s motion to strike relator’s July 30 filings. Motion denied. Relator’s motion to correct the record, vacate "sealed" designations—or, alternatively, confirm access and citation rights—and hold briefing in abeyance denied. Relator’s motion to order transmission of trial-court record denied. Respondent’s motion to dismiss amended petition granted. Cause dismissed.

Fischer, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine and Brunner, JJ., concur in part and dissent in part and would grant respondent’s motion to strike.

2025-1015. State ex rel. Ctr. for Ohio Voters’ Freedoms & Equality & Fair Elections v. LaRose.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1016. State ex rel. Harvey v. Toledo.

In Mandamus. On respondents’ motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1036. State ex rel. Dong v. Warden, Lake Erie Corr. Inst.

In Mandamus. On respondents’ motions to dismiss. Motions granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Brunner, J., concurs in part and dissents in part and would issue an alternative writ as to the motion to dismiss of respondents Ohio Department of Rehabilitation & Correction, ODRC (Operations Support Center), and ODRC Records Office as to claim No. V.

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2025-1072. State ex rel. Moore v. Miller.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss amended petition. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1073. State ex rel. Haddix v. Hoffman.

In Prohibition. On respondents’ motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1094. State ex rel. Hesseling v. Kohlrieser.

In Mandamus. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1099. Russack v. Dayton Mun. Court.

In Procedendo. On respondent’s motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1114. Seelbaugh v. Montgomery Cty. Child Support Enforcement Agency.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On respondents’ motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Relator’s motion for leave to amend caption and to recaption nunc pro tunc denied as moot. Relator’s emergency motion for interim stay and license reinstatement denied. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, Brunner, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

DeWine, Deters, and Hawkins, JJ., concur in part and dissent in part and would grant the motion for leave.

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2025-1118. State ex rel. Thompson v. Sixth Dist. Court of Appeals.

In Procedendo. Cause dismissed pursuant to Rule 12.04.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

DeWine, J., dissents and would issue an alternative writ and order respondent to file an answer.

2025-1134. State ex rel. Nixon v. Lynch.

In Prohibition. On respondents’ motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

2025-1186. Justice v. State.

In Prohibition. On respondents’ motion to dismiss. Motion granted. Cause dismissed.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, J., concurs and would sua sponte declare relator to be a vexatious litigator.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

2024-1569. Checkfree Servs. Corp. v. Harris.

Board of Tax Appeals, No. 2019-43. On appellant’s motion to supplement the record. Motion denied as moot.

2025-0663. State ex rel. Javitch Block, L.L.C. v. Wollscheid.

In Prohibition, Mandamus, and Procedendo. On Angel Miller’s motion to intervene as respondent. Motion granted. Sua sponte, alternative writs of prohibition, mandamus, and procedendo granted against Fayette County Court of Common Pleas Judge David B. Bender. Sua sponte, alternative writs of mandamus and procedendo granted against Washington Court House Municipal Court Judge Susan R. Wollscheid. The following schedule is set for the presentation of evidence and filing of briefs pursuant to Rule 12.05: The parties shall file any evidence they intend to present within 20 days of the court’s entry, relators shall file a brief within 30 days of the court’s entry, respondents shall file a brief within

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20 days after the filing of relators’ brief, and relators may file a reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondents’ brief.

2025-0848. State ex rel. Bloodworth v. Toledo Corr. Inst.

In Mandamus. On relator’s amended motion for relief from judgment or order under Civ.R. 60(B)(1) and (5). Motion denied.

2025-1077. State ex rel. Bates v. Jenkins.

In Mandamus. On relator’s motion to grant a writ and for statutory damages. Respondents’ motion to strike relator’s motion to grant a writ and for statutory damages granted. Sua sponte, alternative writ granted. The following schedule is set for the presentation of evidence and filing of briefs pursuant to Rule 12.05: The parties shall file any evidence they intend to present within 20 days of the court’s entry, relator shall file a brief within 30 days of the court’s entry, respondents shall file a brief within 20 days after the filing of relator’s brief, and relators may file a reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondents’ brief.

Deters, J., dissents in part and would deny respondents’ motion.

Shanahan, J., dissents in part and would sua sponte dismiss the cause.

Fischer, J., dissents and would deny respondents’ motion and sua sponte dismiss the cause.

2025-1129. State ex rel. Rielinger v. Russo.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. On relator’s emergency motion to stay proceedings pending determination of writs. Motion denied.

2025-1139. State ex rel. Green v. Jenkins.

In Mandamus. Sua sponte, alternative writ granted. The following schedule is set for the presentation of evidence and filing of briefs pursuant to Rule 12.05: The parties shall file any evidence they intend to present within 20 days of the court’s entry, relator shall file a brief within 30 days of the court’s entry, respondents shall file a brief within 20 days after the filing of relator’s brief, and relator may file a reply brief within 7 days after the filing of respondents’ brief.

Fischer, J., dissents and would sua sponte dismiss the cause.

2025-1210. State v. Dowell.

Hamilton App. No. C-240712, 2025-Ohio-2425. On review of order certifying a conflict. The court determines that a conflict exists. The parties are to brief the issue as stated on page 3 of the court of appeals’ September 15, 2025 entry: "Does R.C. 2921.31 require, for an obstructing official-business conviction, the State to show that a defendant committed an illegal act, or must the State show only that a

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defendant committed an affirmative act which obstructed the police from performing their official duties?" The conflict case is State v. Vargas, 2012-Ohio-2768 (8th Dist.). Cause consolidated with case No. 2025-1103.

DeWine, J., dissents.

2025-1369. State v. Molina.

Cuyahoga App. No. 114849, 2025-Ohio-4758. On appellant’s motion to stay. Motion denied.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, J., dissent.

APPEALS ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW

2025-1103. State v. Dowell.

Hamilton App. No. C-240712, 2025-Ohio-2425. Appellant’s motion to consolidate granted.

DeWine, J., dissents in part and would decline the appeal.

RECONSIDERATION OF PRIOR DECISIONS

2025-0936. State ex rel. Williams v. Meyer.

In Mandamus and Prohibition. Reported at 2025-Ohio-4537. On motion for reconsideration. Motion denied. Relator’s request for stay denied.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

November 10, 2025

[Cite as 11/10/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5083.]

SLIP OPINIONS REPLACED BY OHIO OFFICIAL REPORTS VERSIONS

AS OF NOVEMBER 10, 2025

The official versions of the opinions listed below, which were previously released as slip opinions, are being published in the November 10, 2025 Ohio Official Reports advance sheet. The Official Reports volume and initial page numbers are provided after the citation for reference.

2023-1463. Hunt v. Alderman, 2025-Ohio-2944. (179 Ohio St.3d 400)

2024-0005. State v. Clinkscale, 2025-Ohio-2043. (179 Ohio St.3d 344)

2024-0264. Ashmus v. Coughlin, 2025-Ohio-2412. (179 Ohio St.3d 364)

2024-0265. State v. T.W.C., 2025-Ohio-2890. (179 Ohio St.3d 387)

2024-0474. State v. Brown, 2025-Ohio-2804. (179 Ohio St.3d 2804)

2024-0919. State ex rel. Clark v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr., 2025-Ohio-2475. (179 Ohio St.3d 371)

2024-1083. State v. Diaw, 2025-Ohio-2323. (179 Ohio St.3d 355)

2024-1366. State ex rel. Gordon v. Summit Cty. Court of Common Pleas, 2025-Ohio-2927. (179 Ohio St.3d 392)

2024-1399. Dayton Bar Assn. v. Daly, 2025-Ohio-1624. (179 Ohio St.3d 331)

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2024-1505. In re Application of Duke Energy Ohio, Inc., 2025-Ohio-2082. (179 Ohio St.3d 351)

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

In re Tingler.

On March 2, 2023, this court found Charles Tingler to be a vexatious litigator under Rule 4.03(B) in State ex rel. Tingler v. Franklin Cty. Prosecutor’s Office, 2023-Ohio-640, and State ex rel. Tingler v. Franklin Cty. Prosecutor’s Office, 2023-Ohio-641. On Tingler’s motion for leave to proceed. Motion granted. The clerk of the court shall file the motion for leave to proceed, complaint for writ of mandamus, and affidavit of indigence as of November 7, 2025.

CASE ANNOUNCEMENTS

November 4, 2025

[Cite as 11/04/2025 Case Announcements, 2025-Ohio-5009.]

MERIT DECISIONS WITH OPINIONS

2024-0880. State ex rel. Howard v. Shuler, Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-4964.

In Mandamus. On relator’s request for leave to supplement request for damages, motion to strike respondent’s evidence, and motion to strike respondent’s motion for leave to file corrected evidence. Request and motions denied. Respondent’s motion for leave to file corrected evidence denied. Writ granted in part and denied in part. Relator awarded $1,000 in statutory damages. Relator’s request for court costs and to assess other costs and fees to respondent denied.

Kennedy, C.J., and DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Fischer, J., concurs in part and dissents in part and would not award statutory damages.

2024-1653. State ex rel. Clark v. Dept. of Rehab. & Corr., Slip Opinion No. 2025-Ohio-4965.

In Mandamus. Writ and relator’s request for statutory damages denied.

Fischer, DeWine, Brunner, Deters, Hawkins, and Shanahan, JJ., concur.

Kennedy, C.J., concurs in judgment only.

MOTION AND PROCEDURAL RULINGS

In re Tingler.

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2023-Ohio-641. On Tingler’s motion for leave to proceed. Motion granted. The clerk of the court shall file the motion for leave to proceed and the affidavit of disqualification as of October 31, 2025.

In re Tingler.

On March 2, 2023, this court found Charles Tingler to be a vexatious litigator under Rule 4.03(B) in State ex rel. Tingler v. Franklin Cty. Prosecutor’s Office, 2023-Ohio-640, and State ex rel. Tingler v. Franklin Cty. Prosecutor’s Office, 2023-Ohio-641. On Tingler’s motion for leave to proceed to file an affidavit of disqualification against Judge Tygh M. Tone. Motion granted. The clerk of the court shall file the motion for leave to proceed and the affidavit of disqualification as of October 31, 2025.

DISCIPLINARY CASES

2025-1287. Cleveland Metro. Bar Assn. v. Shockley.

On Final Report by the Board on the Unauthorized Practice of Law, UPL No. 25-01. Respondent, Stephanie Shockley, enjoined from engaging in the unauthorized practice of law in Ohio. Respondent shall not apply for admission to the practice of law in Ohio for a period of two years. Respondent may maintain her corporate-counsel status in Ohio with any qualified corporation, provided that she maintains her qualification for such status. Civil penalty in the amount of $1,000 imposed on respondent and ordered to be paid within 30 days. If respondent fails to pay the penalty within 30 days, the matter will be referred to the attorney general for collection and this court may find respondent in contempt. Respondent will be liable for all collection costs under R.C. 131.02 if the debt is certified to the attorney general for collection.

2025-1303. In re Retirement of Huber.

On application for retirement of John Barton Huber, Attorney Registration No. 0022563. Application accepted.

Brunner, J., not participating.

2025-1360. In re Retirement of Hart.

On application for retirement of Robert Raiford Hart Jr., Attorney Registration No. 0030566. Application accepted.

Brunner, J., not participating.