Judge Michael D. Kaufman

Applies to

Continuance motion

A motion for continuance must be made in writing.

Applies to

Motion

Each motion must be made in writing and accompanied by a memorandum containing supporting arguments.

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Final order

Every final order must be evidenced by a judgment entry signed by the judge.

Opposing counsel must approve or reject the submitted judgment entry within 24 hours after its presentation.

Motions must be filed within the time limits established by the Ohio Rules of Criminal Procedure.

At the judge’s request, counsel must prepare the judgment entry within three days, unless the judge extends the time.

Counsel preparing a judgment entry must submit it to opposing counsel, if any.

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Affidavit

In attachment and garnishment proceedings, a true copy of the affidavit must be served with the summons and order.

A motion or pleading filed after the complaint must include signed and dated proof of service, and the served copy must also be signed and dated.

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Satisfaction of judgment

Sa sfac on in whole or part of a Judgment may be entered on the docket by the a orney of record, a ested to by the Clerk or deputy clerk, or by judgment entry signed by the party or the a orney of record and approved by the Judge along with the Court’s ling fee.

An action or proceeding may not be accepted until the required filing fee is deposited; the Clerk investigates indigency representations, and security for costs is waived upon a finding of indigency.

Deposits and advance payments of fees and costs may be returned only by court order and only when paid by the party against whom they were assessed.