JULY 30, 2026
Featured Decision: City Can Appeal Preliminary Injunction of Gun Laws
The Supreme Court of Ohio’s ruling that the city of Columbus can appeal a trial court’s order temporarily blocking two gun-related local laws from taking effect is the latest Featured Decision video.
JULY 28, 2026
Supreme Court to Review Whether Federal Law Preempts State’s Flavored E-Cigarette Lawsuit
The case is one of eight to be heard by the Court during next week’s oral arguments
The Ohio attorney general is asking the Supreme Court of Ohio to allow the state to pursue a lawsuit alleging the illegal sale of flavored electronic cigarettes in Delaware County. Two lower courts dismissed the case. They agreed with the smoke-and-vape shop that the issue falls under federal law, preempting attempts by Ohio to sue in state courts.
JULY 27, 2026
Making the Case: Puberty-Blocking Medication Ban and Criminal Charge Reductions Considered
In the latest edition of “Making the Case,” the Supreme Court of Ohio considers whether an Ohio law regarding the prescribing of puberty-blocking medications and sex hormones to minors is constitutional. The Supreme Court also hears a county prosecutor’s appeal of a trial judge’s decision to lower a domestic violence charge from a third-degree to a fourth-degree felony.
JULY 23, 2026
Church Failed to Explain Mistake to Justify Setting Aside a Binding Appraisal Award Paid by Insurer
The Supreme Court of Ohio today upheld a trial court’s decision to dismiss a church’s lawsuit challenging its insurer’s refusal to pay more than the amount the parties' appraisers agreed to during a binding appraisal procedure that the church had initiated under its policy. The Court ruled that the church’s complaint did not articulate any material mistakes that would justify setting aside the appraisal amount.
JULY 22, 2026
Crime Victim Not Able to File Delayed Appeal Seeking Restitution
Marsy’s Law gives crime victims the right to appeal decisions denying restitution , but does not give victims the right to file delayed appeals, the Supreme Court of Ohio ruled today.
JULY 24, 2026
Legal Legacy: School's Right to Limit Free Expression Upheld
Wearing a Marilyn Manson band T-shirt to class in August 1997, Van Wert High School senior Nicholas Boroff could reasonably have expected it to cause a stir. What he never could have predicted was that it would lead to a landmark federal ruling concerning schools' rights to limit the free expression of students.
JULY 2, 2026
From Ban to Boom: History of Fireworks Laws in Ohio
From handheld sparklers to dazzling displays that light up the night sky, fireworks have long been a staple of Fourth of July celebrations.
JUNE 26, 2026
Legal Legacy: Human Cannonball Fought for His Right of Publicity And Won
On June 28, 1977, the Supreme Court of the United States provided a landmark ruling in an Ohio case about a stuntman’s right to protect the commercial use of his identity. This is known as the right of publicity.
JULY 31, 2026
Sen. Nathan Manning Appointed to Court of Appeals
A state legislator from North Ridgeville will soon be taking on the role of judge in the Ninth District Court of Appeals.
JULY 8, 2026
Appellate Judge Brings Family Legacy to Supreme Court
For Judge Scott Lynch of the Eleventh District Court of Appeals, hearing a Supreme Court of Ohio case as an assigned judge concluded the first year of his judicial career on a high note.
AUGUST 4, 2026
From Trial to Supreme Court, Students Experience Role of Judges
Interactive game allows players to discover how their decisions impact a court case.
As part of its America 250 celebration, the Supreme Court of Ohio has created an interactive game that allows students to experience what it’s like to be a judge at each level of Ohio’s court system
AUGUST 3, 2026
Supreme Court Opens Its Doors for Free Evening Tours
Celebrate America 250 with a behind-the-scenes tour of Ohio's highest court
The Supreme Court of Ohio will welcome the public for free after-hours tours of the Thomas J. Moyer Ohio Judicial Center this September as part of the Ohio History Connection's Ohio Open Doors program. This year's tours carry special significance, aligning with the America 250 celebration marking the 250th anniversary of the nation's founding.
JULY 31, 2026
Supreme Court Offers July Bar Exam in Four Locations for the First Time
More than 1,000 candidates sat for the July examination across the state
In its continuing effort to make the application and examination process more efficient, convenient and less costly for aspiring attorneys, the Supreme Court of Ohio offered the Ohio Bar Examination in four locations across the state on July 28 and 29.
JULY 29, 2026
Regional Child Welfare Trainings Educate More Than 250 Professionals Across State
The Supreme Court of Ohio’s Children and Families section hosted four regional child welfare trainings this year. Their purpose was to strengthen collaboration among courts, child welfare agencies, attorneys, guardians ad litem, court-appointed special advocates, and professionals serving children and families involved in abuse, neglect, and dependency cases.
JULY 28, 2026
Seats of Justice: Hocking County
While the natural beauty of Hocking Hills attracts most visitors to the southeastern Ohio county, its stunning county courthouse is a must-see destination in its own right.
AUGUST 4, 2026
West Chester Man Appeals Death Sentence
The Ohio Supreme Court will hear arguments Tuesday in the appeal from a West Chester man convicted of killing four members of his family. Gurpreet Singh was accused of shooting his wife, her parents and her aunt inside their apartment in 2019.
- The Ohio Supreme Court will hear the appeal tomorrow of a West Chester man sentenced to death for killing four family members▶️: Your Day WRGT
- The Ohio Supreme Court will hear the appeal tomorrow of a West Chester man who was sentenced to death for killing 4 of his family members ▶️: Good Morning Cincinnati WKRC
- Ohio Supreme Court to hear appeal of West Chester man convicted of murdering 4 family members: WLWT
- Appeal by Tri-State man on death row for 4 murders to be heard by Ohio Supreme Court: WKRC