Adams County Court, Ohio Filing Rules

Counsel should complete settlement or plea negotiations at least seven days before trial when the parties have reached an agreement.

Criminal complaints must have attached affidavits sworn before the court issues an arrest warrant.

A $201 cost deposit is required when filing a civil action involving amounts up to $15,000, including the listed civil action types.

Counsel must notify the Court and prosecutor at least 72 hours before the hearing whether the defendant intends to contest the State's motion.

A party seeking to continue a trial or hearing must submit a written motion stating the reason for the continuance.

All motions must be set for an oral hearing.

Traffic cases must use the complaint and summons forms specified in Rule 3 of the Ohio Traffic Rules.

The Clerk's Office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and closed on weekends.