Court Rules

South Euclid Municipal Court, Ohio

Court-Level Rules, Filing Procedures & Policies

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Limits & Logistics

Document Limits

Facsimile Filing
10 pgs

Adjournments

  • A continuance motion must be written, include a supporting brief explaining the reasons, and establish reasonable notice to or consent by the other party.
  • A continuance motion based on counsel’s conflicting court hearing must include a copy of the other court’s hearing notice.
  • Continuances are discretionary and require good cause; a request not ruled on by the hearing date is deemed denied.
  • +4 more

Request must include

Reason for RequestOriginal Date
72Hoursnotice
  • A civil continuance filed within 72 hours of the hearing will not be considered unless the other party’s written consent is obtained and filed before the hearing.
  • A continuance filed within 72 hours of a criminal or traffic hearing will not be considered.
  • An extension application must be filed at least one day before the due date, whether or not opposing counsel consents.
  • A small-claims continuance request must be filed in writing at least three days before trial.

Communication

Email
info@secourt.org
Scheduling
Email
probation@secourt.org
Email
civil@secourt.org
Phone
(216) 381.2880 ext. 298
Status Inquiries
Filters:

Page & Word Limits1 rule

Page LimitsMandatory

(I) Facsimile filings shall not exceed 10 pages in length.

Facsimile filing
Up to 10 pages

Document Format Requirements2 rules

FormattingImportant

(D) Exhibits shall be marked prior to trial. Plaintiff shall use numbers and defendant shall use alphabetic letters. Parties shall provide no less than an original and two copies of all exhibits.

Formatting

  • Mark exhibits before trial
  • Plaintiff must use numbers; defendant must use alphabetic letters
  • Provide at least an original and two copies of all exhibits
Oh South Euclid Municipal:68439009f05042d08c3eadb2 · Jan 2010
|SectionRule 29. Trial briefs and jury instructions
FormattingImportant

(A) All pleadings and motions shall be typed or legibly printed on paper approximately 8 1/2 inches by 11 inches in size and securely bound at the top.

Paper size
Letter
Applies to
  • Pleading
  • Motion

Formatting

  • Paper must be approximately 8 1/2 inches by 11 inches

Document Filing Requirements22 rules

Filing RequirementsMandatory

(C) Each motion shall include a certificate of service attesting to service upon the opposing party or, if represented by counsel, upon counsel for such party.

Document
Motion

Must include

  • Certificate of service
Filing RequirementsMandatory

(D) The person filing a document by fax shall also provide a cover page containing the following information:

Filing RequirementsMandatory

(B) A default by a defending party is an admission of allegations in the claim except damages. Civ.R.8(D). For all motions (other than cases based on an account), proof of damages is required. For cases based on a promissory note, the motion shall include the following documents:

Filing RequirementsMandatory

(A) Motions for default judgment shall be in writing and clearly state the date the complaint was filed, the manner in which service was perfected, proof of service and the answer date.

Filing RequirementsMandatory

A defendant charged with a traffic or criminal offense must attend the initial appearance and all later hearings unless an exception applies.

Court's wording

(A) Persons charged with traffic and/or criminal offenses must be present at the initial appearance as well as all subsequent hearings except as set forth herein. Failure to appear will result in the issuance of an arrest warrant and/or other appropriate sanctions.

Oh South Euclid Municipal:68439009f05042d08c3eadb2 · Jan 2010
|SectionRule 14. Appearance of the defendant
Filing RequirementsImportant

(B) The requirement of the defendant’s initial appearance may be satisfied by counsel for the defendant filing a letter or notice of appearance with the court prior to the date of the initial appearance and setting forth all of the following:

Oh South Euclid Municipal:68439009f05042d08c3eadb2 · Jan 2010
|SectionRule 14. Appearance of the defendant
Filing RequirementsImportant

(C) Once an appearance is made, counsel may withdraw from a case only by written leave of court for good cause shown.

Oh South Euclid Municipal:68439009f05042d08c3eadb2 · Jan 2010
|SectionRule 8. Appearance and withdrawal of counsel
Filing RequirementsImportant

(F) A party filing a signed source document by fax shall either fax a copy of the signed source document, or fax a copy of the document without the signature but with the notation “/s/” followed by the name of the signing person where the signature appears on the signed source document. The individual filing a signed document by fax represents that the physically signed source document is in such party’s possession or control.

Filing RequirementsImportant

Each filing must identify its title and filer; attorney filings must also include the attorney’s registration number, firm name if any, and contact information.

Court's wording

Every pleading, motion, or other document filed in a case shall be identified by title and shall bear the name, address and telephone number of the individual filing the same. Documents filed by an attorney shall include the name of the attorney, his or her Ohio Supreme Court registration number and firm name, if any, as well as his or her address, telephone number, fax number and e-mail address.

Filing RequirementsImportant

An objection to a factual finding must include the relevant transcript or, if unavailable, an affidavit of the evidence.

Court's wording

(D) Any objection to a finding of fact shall be supported by a transcript of all the evidence submitted to the magistrate relevant to that fact or an affidavit of that evidence if a transcript is not available.

Oh South Euclid Municipal:68439009f05042d08c3eadb2 · Jan 2010
|SectionRule 51. Objections to the magistrate’s decision
Filing RequirementsImportant

For secured or personal-property promissory-note claims, the motion must identify who possesses the property and, if repossessed, include an itemized sale-price accounting after costs of sale.

Court's wording

(2) If the promissory note was for the purchase of a car or other personal property, or, if the movant held a security interest in any property, the documents shall show who has possession of the property. If said property has been repossessed, the documents shall include an itemized statement, which shows the sale price less all costs of sale.

Filing RequirementsImportant

(C) Objections shall be specific and state with particularity the grounds for the objections. They shall further contain a statement signed by the filing party that copies have been served on all other parties.

Oh South Euclid Municipal:68439009f05042d08c3eadb2 · Jan 2010
|SectionRule 51. Objections to the magistrate’s decision
Filing RequirementsImportant

(A) Application for permission to record and/or broadcast proceedings shall be made in writing to the assigned judge as far in advance as reasonably practical, but in no event less than one-half hour prior to the proceeding unless otherwise permitted by the judge.

Oh South Euclid Municipal:68439009f05042d08c3eadb2 · Jan 2010
|SectionRule 11. Conditions for recording and/or broadcasting proceedings
Filing RequirementsImportant

(G) Each exhibit to a facsimile-produced document that cannot be accurately transmitted via facsimile transmission for any reason must be replaced by an insert page describing the exhibit and why it is missing.

Filing RequirementsImportant

(C) Motions shall be supported by a brief citing applicable case and statutory law.

Filing RequirementsImportant

A motion or brief citing non-Ohio statutes or regulations or unreported decisions must attach copies of those authorities.

Court's wording

(G) All motions and briefs containing references to statutes or regulations other than the Ohio Revised Code or the Ohio Rules of Court shall have attached to the motion or brief a copy of the statute or regulation. Copies of unreported court decisions cited or referred to in a motion or brief shall also be attached to the motion or brief.

Filing RequirementsImportant

A recording application must identify and be signed by the applicant, specify the equipment, and complete required pooling before submission.

Court's wording

(3) Although no special form of application is required, it must identify and be signed by the applicant and specify the type of equipment to be used. The “pooling” required by Rule 12 of the Rules of Superintendence for the Courts of Ohio shall be accomplished prior to submission of the application.

Oh South Euclid Municipal:68439009f05042d08c3eadb2 · Jan 2010
|SectionRule 11. Conditions for recording and/or broadcasting proceedings
Filing RequirementsImportant

(A) The plaintiff may begin a small claims action by filing a complaint and paying the required costs. The complaint should be written in plain, concise language. All pleadings will be construed to accomplish substantial justice.

Filing RequirementsImportant

An ordered trial brief must identify the issues, authorities, intended witnesses, and intended exhibits, and include copies of specified non-Ohio authorities and unreported decisions.

Court's wording

(B) The brief shall state the issues involved, authorities upon which the party intends to rely at trial, a list of witnesses the party intends to call and a list of all exhibits the party intends to introduce at trial. Briefs containing references to statutes or regulations other than the Ohio Revised Code or Ohio Rules of Court shall have attached to the brief copies of the statutes or regulations. Copies of unreported court decisions cited or referred to in a brief shall also be attached to the brief.

Oh South Euclid Municipal:68439009f05042d08c3eadb2 · Jan 2010
|SectionRule 29. Trial briefs and jury instructions
Filing RequirementsImportant

(1) An itemized accounting, which shows all charges and all money due, all payments made, and all credits applied.

Filing RequirementsImportant

Complaints and pleadings naming new parties must include the specified party names and known addresses; other pleadings and motions must identify the case number and first plaintiff and defendant.

Document
Pleading or motion
Placement
Caption

Court's wording

The caption of the complaint shall state the name and address, if known, of each party. The caption on any other pleading adding or naming new parties shall state the names and addresses, if known, of the new parties. All other pleadings and motions shall state the case number and the name of the first party plaintiff and the first party defendant.

Filing RequirementsImportant

a party desires recording by stenographic means, such party must arrange for the presence and advance payment of a court reporter and further file a written motion requesting that such individual be named as the official reporter for the hearing.

Filing & Service rules

Electronic Filing Rules

Most pleadings, motions, and other documents may be filed by fax at the listed number, but not original complaints, pleadings joining or adding parties, or documents requiring a filing fee; fax filing carries no additional fee.

(A) All pleadings, motions, or other documents other than the original complaint or any other pleading that joins or adds a new party, may be transmitted to the court by facsimile transmission, to (216) 381-1195, subject to the conditions set forth in this rule. However, no document that requires a filing fee shall be accepted by facsimile by the clerk for filing. No additional fee shall be assessed for facsimile filings.

Page 1 | Rule 6. Facsimile filing

Discovery requests must not be filed with the court unless the court orders otherwise.

(E) Interrogatories, notices of deposition, requests for admissions, and other discovery requests shall not be filed with the court unless otherwise ordered.

Page 1 | Rule 5. Pleadings and motions

Fax filings must be transmitted through the clerk’s fax equipment and may not be sent directly to the court.

(1) Fax filing may only be transmitted directly through the facsimile equipment operated by the clerk and may not be sent directly to the court for filing.

Page 1 | Rule 6. Facsimile filing

Filing Timing and Cure Windows

Small-claims pretrial motions must be filed and served at least three days before trial; untimely motions are stricken and timely motions are heard at trial.

All pretrial motions shall be filed and served upon the opposing parties at least three days before the scheduled trial date. Motions which are not timely filed shall be stricken from the file. Pretrial motions shall be heard at the time of trial. The filing of pretrial motions shall not excuse any party’s failure to appear at trial.

Page 1 | Rule 48. Other pretrial motions

Subpoenas and praecipes must be filed at least seven days before trial, with filing and witness fees paid when filed.

All subpoenas or praecipes for subpoenas must be filed seven days prior to the scheduled trial date with the filing fee and witness fees paid at the time of filing.

Page 1 | Rule 46. Subpoenas

Unless the court orders otherwise, a missing exhibit must be filed separately within five days after fax transmission.

(1) Unless otherwise directed by court order, the missing exhibit shall be filed as a separate document not later than five days following the transmission of the fax document. Failure to file the same shall result in the court striking the document and/or exhibit in its sole discretion.

Page 1 | Rule 6. Facsimile filing

A motion to transfer a small-claims case to the regular civil docket must be filed at least three days before trial.

(A) A motion to transfer a small claims matter to the regular civil docket shall be filed at least three days before the scheduled trial date.

Page 1 | Rule 47. Motions to transfer to the regular civil docket

An accepted fax filing is deemed filed when the clerk time-stamps it, not when it is transmitted; the clerk receives faxes only on the court’s regular business days and hours.

(H) Subject to the provisions of these rules, all documents sent by fax and accepted by the clerk shall be considered filed as of the date and time the clerk time-stamps the document received, rather than as of the date and time of the fax transmission. The clerk’s office shall be deemed open to receive facsimile transmission of documents on the same days and times that the court is regularly open for business.

Page 1 | Rule 6. Facsimile filing

A party seeking to join a new party in small claims must file a third-party complaint at least seven days before trial.

(A) Any party seeking to join a new party to a pending case must file a third party complaint at least seven days before the scheduled trial date.

Page 1 | Rule 43. Third party claims

A party may file objections within 14 days after the magistrate’s decision; another party then has 10 days, and when findings are requested the objection period starts upon filing the decision with findings and conclusions.

(B) Any party may file written objections to a magistrate’s decision within fourteen days of the filing of the decision. Thereafter, any other party shall have a period of ten days to file objections. If a party makes a request for findings of fact and conclusions of law, the time for filing objections begins to run when the magistrate files a decision including findings of fact and conclusions of law.

Page 1 | Rule 51. Objections to the magistrate’s decision

When ordered, each party’s trial brief must be filed and served at least seven days before trial.

(A) Where a trial brief is required by order of court, counsel for each party shall file a copy with the clerk at least seven days prior to the commencement of trial and serve copies on all opposing counsel or parties not represented by counsel.

Page 1 | Rule 29. Trial briefs and jury instructions

(C) In all jury cases, all parties, or the attorneys for the same desiring specific jury instructions shall, at least fourteen days prior to trial, file proposed jury instructions with the clerk, and serve the same upon opposing counsel.

(C) In all jury cases, all parties, or the attorneys for the same desiring specific jury instructions shall, at least fourteen days prior to trial, file proposed jury instructions with the clerk, and serve the same upon opposing counsel.

Page 1 | Rule 29. Trial briefs and jury instructions

In criminal jury cases, proposed jury instructions must be filed and served on opposing counsel at least seven days before trial.

In jury cases, all parties desiring specific jury instructions shall, at least seven days prior to trial, file proposed jury instructions with the court and serve the same upon opposing counsel.

Page 1 | Rule 18. Jury instructions

Small-claims counterclaims and cross-claims must be filed at least seven days before trial.

(A) All counterclaims and cross-claims must be filed at least seven days before the scheduled trial.

Page 1 | Rule 42. Counterclaims and cross-claims

The clerk may accept a fax filing missing required cover-page information or place it in the failed-fax file, in which case it is not considered filed.

(E) In the event a document is sent by fax to the clerk without the cover page information listed above, the clerk may, in his sole discretion enter the document in the docket and file the document, or deposit it in a file of failed faxed documents with a notation of the reason for the failure. In the later event, the document shall not be considered filed with the clerk.

Page 1 | Rule 6. Facsimile filing

Service and Proof of Service Rules

Pleadings and motions must be served on opposing counsel or, if the party is unrepresented, on the opposing party under the Ohio Rules of Civil Procedure.

(C) All pleadings and motions must be served upon the opposing counsel, or if a party is not represented, then upon the opposing party in accordance with the Ohio Rules of Civil Procedure.

Page 1 | Rule 5. Pleadings and motions

Copies of small-claims counterclaims and cross-claims must be sent to all opposing parties by regular U.S. mail.

(B) Any party filing such pleadings shall send copies to all opposing parties by regular U.S. mail.

Page 1 | Rule 42. Counterclaims and cross-claims

Trial and pretrial notices are provided in person or, if the recipient is absent, by mail; hearing notices must also be sent to the prosecutor of record.

(E) Written notice of the date and time of a trial and/or pretrial conference shall be provided in person to the defendant and/or counsel. If not present to receive the same, written notice shall be sent by mail to the defendant or to counsel of record. Written notice of all hearings shall be sent to the prosecuting attorney of record.

Page 1 | Rule 17. Case management

Unless the requesting party instructs otherwise, certified-mail service returned as refused or unclaimed is automatically reissued by ordinary mail, and the clerk notifies the requesting party.

(D) If service of process by certified mail is returned by the postal authority with an endorsement of “refused” or “unclaimed,” unless otherwise instructed by the party requesting service, the clerk will automatically re-issue the service by ordinary mail in accordance with Civil Rule 4.6 (C) or 4.6(D). The clerk will notify the party, who requested service, that service has been re-issued by regular mail.

Page 1 | Rule 5. Pleadings and motions

Summons must be served under the Rules of Civil Procedure, and the clerk must promptly notify the plaintiff or counsel if service fails.

(A) Summons shall be served in accordance with the Rules of Civil Procedure. In the event of a failure of service, the clerk shall promptly notify the plaintiff or counsel of record.

Page 1 | Rule 27. Case management

The clerk must serve a new third-party defendant with the third-party complaint in the same manner as the original complaint.

(B) The clerk shall serve the new party defendant with the third party complaint in the same manner as the original complaint.

Page 1 | Rule 43. Third party claims

Filing Fees and Waivers

A party demanding a civil jury trial must make an advance deposit within 14 days of the scheduled trial or the demand is waived.

(D) When a jury trial is demanded, the party requesting the same shall make an advance deposit. If the deposit is not made within fourteen days of the scheduled trial, the jury demand will be deemed to have been waived and the case will proceed as a trial before the court.

Page 1 | Rule 23. Security for costs/deposit for jury trial

The clerk will not accept a civil filing unless the applicable filing fee is deposited first.

(A) No pleading, motion, or other document shall be accepted for filing by the Clerk of Court unless there is first deposited the filing fee set forth in the schedule of costs established from time to time by the court.

Page 1 | Rule 23. Security for costs/deposit for jury trial

The civil jury-demand fee is $600, due upon filing, and $100 is non-refundable.

Jury Demand (due upon filing)    $ 600.00    ($100 of this fee is non-refundable)

Page 1 | Appendix A. Civil Costs Schedule

Most standard filing fees for traffic, criminal, and civil actions or proceedings increase by $25.00.

Pursuant to the Order and Entry Pursuant to R.C.1901.26 filed 12/29/2023, most standard fees for the filing of each traffic, criminal, or civil action or proceeding will be increased by $25.00.

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Page 1 | Court Costs Increasing January 1st, 2024

A tenant owes no filing fee for depositing rent into escrow, but the court retains 1% of the deposit when the case ends; payments are accepted only by cash, check, or money order, not credit card.

Rent Escrow (deposited by tenant) No filing fee required from tenant upon filing, but court keeps 1% of total amount of rent deposited with court when case is completed. Rent payments and deposits only payable via cash, check or money order. No credit cards accepted.

Page 1 | Appendix A. Civil Costs Schedule

The civil filing fee for other motions, including motions for continuance, is $20.

All other motions, including Motions for Continuance    $ 20.00

Page 1 | Appendix A. Civil Costs Schedule

The fee for a defendant-requested criminal or traffic continuance is $10.

Continuance (Defendant Request)    $ 10.00

Page 1 | Appendix B. Traffic/Criminal Costs Schedule

A party claiming indigency must file a written motion and an affidavit stating income and expenses for the court to decide.

(B) Upon a claim of indigency, a party shall file a written motion and affidavit setting forth his or her income and expenses, and the court shall rule upon the same.

Page 1 | Rule 23. Security for costs/deposit for jury trial

A defendant may file an affidavit of indigency to waive the probation supervision fee.

*** Defendant may file Affidavit of Indigency to waive this fee

Page 1 | Appendix B. Traffic/Criminal Costs Schedule

No additional fee is charged for facsimile filings.

(A) All pleadings, motions, or other documents other than the original complaint or any other pleading that joins or adds a new party, may be transmitted to the court by facsimile transmission, to (216) 381-1195, subject to the conditions set forth in this rule. However, no document that requires a filing fee shall be accepted by facsimile by the clerk for filing. No additional fee shall be assessed for facsimile filings.

Page 1 | Rule 6. Facsimile filing

Pre-Motion Conference Requirements

Unless an exception applies or the court orders otherwise, summary-judgment motions are heard without oral argument no sooner than 30 days after service; opposing affidavits may be filed before the hearing, and a cross-motion moves the hearing date to 30 days after its service.

(B) Motions For Summary Judgment. Unless otherwise provided in the Ohio Rules of Civil Procedure or these Local Rules or otherwise ordered by the court, motions for summary judgment shall be heard on briefs and other materials authorized by Civil Rule 56 without oral arguments no sooner than thirty days after the service of the motion upon the opposing party. The adverse party prior to the day of the hearing may serve and file opposing party affidavits. In the event the adverse party also files a motion for summary judgment, the hearing date shall be extended to thirty days from the service upon the opposing party of the latter motion.

Page 1 | Rule 26. Disposition of motions

Unless another rule provides otherwise, an opposition brief or memorandum for a motion other than summary judgment must be served and filed within 14 days after the motion is filed.

(A) Motions Other Than for Summary Judgment. Unless otherwise provided in the Ohio Rules of Civil Procedure or these Local Rules, each party opposing a motion except a motion for summary judgment shall serve and file the brief or memorandum in opposition within fourteen (14) days after the motion was filed with the court.

Page 1 | Rule 26. Disposition of motions

Adjournment & Extension Requirements

A continuance motion must be written, include a supporting brief explaining the reasons, and establish reasonable notice to or consent by the other party.

(A) All motions for continuances shall be submitted to the court in writing and shall include a brief in support setting forth the reasons requiring the continuance. No continuance shall be granted in the absence of proof of reasonable notice to, or consent by, the other party.

Page 1 | Rule 9. Continuances

A civil continuance filed within 72 hours of the hearing will not be considered unless the other party’s written consent is obtained and filed before the hearing.

(C) No continuance in a civil case will be considered if filed within seventy-two hours of the hearing date unless the moving party secures the consent of the other party in writing and such consent is filed with the court prior to the hearing date.

Page 1 | Rule 9. Continuances

Continuances are discretionary and require good cause; a request not ruled on by the hearing date is deemed denied.

(E) Motions for continuance, when submitted in accordance with the above, will be granted in the discretion of the court for good cause shown. A continuance that has not been ruled on by the date of the hearing shall be considered to be denied.

Page 1 | Rule 9. Continuances

A continuance filed within 72 hours of a criminal or traffic hearing will not be considered.

(D) No continuance in a criminal or traffic case will be considered if filed within seventy-two hours of the hearing date.

Page 1 | Rule 9. Continuances

A small-claims continuance request must be filed in writing at least three days before trial.

(A) A request for a continuance of a case set for trial in a small claims case shall be filed in writing at least three days prior to the trial date.

Page 1 | Rule 44. Continuances

An extension application must be filed at least one day before the due date, whether or not opposing counsel consents.

(C) Applications for extensions of time, regardless of consent of opposing counsel, must be filed at least one day prior to the due date.

Page 1 | Rule 24. Leave to move or plead

Further extensions require court approval, notice to the opposing party or counsel, and good cause; consent alone is not good cause.

(B) Any leave to move or plead thereafter may be had only with the approval of the court, with notice to the opposing party or counsel, and for good cause shown. Consent of the opposing party or counsel shall not, in and of itself, constitute good cause.

Page 1 | Rule 24. Leave to move or plead

(D) A motion to extend the time for filing the brief in opposition to motions may be requested prior to the expiration of the original deadline for filing the brief in opposition.

(D) A motion to extend the time for filing the brief in opposition to motions may be requested prior to the expiration of the original deadline for filing the brief in opposition.

Page 1 | Rule 26. Disposition of motions

A small-claims continuance request must be written and include the case caption and number, reason, scheduled trial date and time, notice to other parties, and the moving party’s or attorney’s signature.

(B) The request shall be in writing and shall include:

Page 1 | Rule 44. Continuances

A continuance motion based on counsel’s conflicting court hearing must include a copy of the other court’s hearing notice.

(B) When a continuance is sought for the reason that counsel is scheduled to appear in another case assigned for hearing on the same date in another court, the movant shall attach a copy of the notice received from the other court.

Page 1 | Rule 9. Continuances

Except in replevin and forcible-entry-and-detainer actions, one extension of up to 30 days may be obtained by application when a party is unprepared to plead or move on answer day; counsel’s filed consent is evidence of good cause.

(A) Except in replevin actions and actions for forcible entry and detainer, when a party is not prepared to move or plead on the answer day, one extension of time may be had upon application to the court for a period not exceeding thirty days. Consent of counsel may be filed as a judgment entry in the case and shall be evidence of good cause shown.

Page 1 | Rule 24. Leave to move or plead

Chambers Communication Rules

If the defendant or counsel objects to a video proceeding, it must take place in person in the courtroom.

(D) In the event the defendant personally or through counsel objects to the matter being held by video transmission, the proceedings shall take place in person in the courtroom.

Page 1 | Rule 15. Video hearings

A party or counsel who anticipates that a motion hearing will take more than one hour must notify the court so sufficient time can be scheduled.

(D) In any case where a party or counsel anticipates that a motion hearing will require more than one hour, it is the responsibility of the party or counsel to notify the court so that adequate time can be scheduled.

Page 1 | Rule 16. Motion practice

Settlement or voluntary-dismissal notice may be given by telephone by the person pursuing each claim; the plaintiff must submit a settlement judgment entry within 14 days unless otherwise ordered.

(A) In cases of settlement or voluntary dismissal, the court will accept notice of the same by telephone from the person pursuing each claim. The plaintiff must submit a judgment entry detailing the settlement terms within fourteen days of such telephone notification, unless otherwise ordered by the court.

Page 1 | Rule 30. Notification of settlements

If summoned for jury duty, call the Court at (216) 381.2880 ext. 298 to check whether the case will proceed.

If summoned for jury duty to please call (216) 381.2880 ext. 298 to check whether the case will be going forward.

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Page 1 | Jury Duty

If you reach the court’s voicemail, leave a message that includes your name, case number, and issue.

PLEASE NOTE: If you reach the court’s voicemail, it is imperative that you leave a voicemail message, including your name, case number, and issue.

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Page 1 | Contacting South Euclid Court…

The clerk is not required to acknowledge receipt of a fax transmission.

(2) The clerk shall not be required to acknowledge receipt of a facsimile transmission.

Page 1 | Rule 6. Facsimile filing

The sender bears the risks of fax filing and is urged to verify receipt with the clerk.

(3) The risks of transmitting a document by fax to the clerk shall be borne entirely by the sender. Anyone using facsimile filing is urged to verify receipt of such filing with the clerk.

Page 1 | Rule 6. Facsimile filing

The Court will return calls by the end of the business day.

ALSO: Due to the high volume of inquiries the Court is currently receiving, your call will be returned no later than the end of the business day.

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Page 1 | Contacting South Euclid Court…

For other matters, hearing scheduling, and traffic or criminal questions and filings, contact the Court at info@secourt.org.

For All Other Matters, INCLUDING Scheduling a Hearing, or Questions/Filings Regarding Traffic/Criminal Matters, please contact us at info@secourt.org

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Page 1 | For All Other Matters, INCLUDING Scheduling a Hearing, or Questions/Filings Regarding Traffic/Criminal Matters

The Court urges people to email intended case documents to info@secourt.org.

The Court is strongly urging everyone to please email the Court by using info@secourt.org Using this mechanism will ensure the Court will receive all intended documents designated for the Court to be applied to the cases.

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Page 1 | E-Mail South Euclid Court

Call or email the Court again if needed.

Please feel free to call or email again.

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Page 1 | Contacting South Euclid Court…

For civil filings and other civil questions except hearing scheduling, contact the Court at civil@secourt.org.

Civil Filings and any other questions regarding civil (EXCEPT scheduling a hearing), please contact us at civil@secourt.org

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Page 1 | For questions/issues regarding…

For probation questions or issues other than scheduling a hearing, contact the Court at probation@secourt.org.

Probation (EXCEPT scheduling a hearing), please contact us at probation@secourt.org

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Common questions about South Euclid Municipal Court, Ohio rules

Does South Euclid Municipal Court, Ohio require a pre-motion conference or letter before filing a motion?

Unless another rule provides otherwise, an opposition brief or memorandum for a motion other than summary judgment must be served and filed within 14 days after the motion is filed.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Rule 26. Disposition of motions

What page or word limits apply to facsimile filing in South Euclid Municipal Court, Ohio?

South Euclid Municipal Court, Ohio's rule states these limits: 10 pages. A facsimile filing may not exceed 10 pages.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Rule 6. Facsimile filing

What formatting rules apply to filings in South Euclid Municipal Court, Ohio?

South Euclid Municipal Court, Ohio's formatting rule includes letter paper, paper must be approximately 8 1/2 inches by 11 inches., and documents must be securely bound at the top.. Pleadings and motions must be typed or legibly printed on approximately letter-size paper and securely bound at the top.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Rule 5. Pleadings and motions

What must be included with facsimile cover page filings in South Euclid Municipal Court, Ohio?

A person filing by fax must provide a cover page containing the information specified in Rule 6(D).

View ruleSource: page 1, section Rule 6. Facsimile filing

What must be included with criminal or traffic hearing filings in South Euclid Municipal Court, Ohio?

A defendant charged with a traffic or criminal offense must attend the initial appearance and all later hearings unless an exception applies.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Rule 14. Appearance of the defendant

How may parties contact South Euclid Municipal Court, Ohio?

If the defendant or counsel objects to a video proceeding, it must take place in person in the courtroom.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Rule 15. Video hearings

How do I request an adjournment or extension in South Euclid Municipal Court, Ohio?

The request must include reason for request. A continuance motion must be written, include a supporting brief explaining the reasons, and establish reasonable notice to or consent by the other party.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Rule 9. Continuances

Is electronic filing required in South Euclid Municipal Court, Ohio?

Electronic filing is permitted for the covered filings. Most pleadings, motions, and other documents may be filed by fax at the listed number, but not original complaints, pleadings joining or adding parties, or documents requiring a filing fee; fax filing carries no additional fee.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Rule 6. Facsimile filing

Are filing fees or waivers addressed in South Euclid Municipal Court, Ohio?

A fee is required for covered filings. The clerk will not accept a civil filing unless the applicable filing fee is deposited first.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Rule 23. Security for costs/deposit for jury trial

What filing deadlines does South Euclid Municipal Court, Ohio set?

Unless the court orders otherwise, a missing exhibit must be filed separately within five days after fax transmission.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Rule 6. Facsimile filing

What rule applies to serving the opposing party in South Euclid Municipal Court, Ohio?

Details: recipient: the opposing party. Pleadings and motions must be served on opposing counsel or, if the party is unrepresented, on the opposing party under the Ohio Rules of Civil Procedure.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Rule 5. Pleadings and motions
Complete rules summary for South Euclid Municipal Court, Ohio

Pleadings and motions must be typed or legibly printed on approximately letter-size paper and securely bound at the top.

Complaints and pleadings naming new parties must include the specified party names and known addresses; other pleadings and motions must identify the case number and first plaintiff and defendant.

Each filing must identify its title and filer; attorney filings must also include the attorney’s registration number, firm name if any, and contact information.

Pleadings and motions must be served on opposing counsel or, if the party is unrepresented, on the opposing party under the Ohio Rules of Civil Procedure.

Unless the requesting party instructs otherwise, certified-mail service returned as refused or unclaimed is automatically reissued by ordinary mail, and the clerk notifies the requesting party.

Discovery requests must not be filed with the court unless the court orders otherwise.

A continuance motion must be written, include a supporting brief explaining the reasons, and establish reasonable notice to or consent by the other party.

Most pleadings, motions, and other documents may be filed by fax at the listed number, but not original complaints, pleadings joining or adding parties, or documents requiring a filing fee; fax filing carries no additional fee.

No additional fee is charged for facsimile filings.

A person filing by fax must provide a cover page containing the information specified in Rule 6(D).

The clerk may accept a fax filing missing required cover-page information or place it in the failed-fax file, in which case it is not considered filed.

(F) A party filing a signed source document by fax shall either fax a copy of the signed source document, or fax a copy of the document without the signature but with the notation “/s/” followed by the name of the signing person where the signature appears on the signed source document. The individual filing a signed document by fax represents that the physically signed source document is in such party’s possession or control.

An exhibit that cannot be accurately transmitted by fax must be replaced with an insert page describing the exhibit and why it is missing.

A continuance motion based on counsel’s conflicting court hearing must include a copy of the other court’s hearing notice.

Unless the court orders otherwise, a missing exhibit must be filed separately within five days after fax transmission.

An accepted fax filing is deemed filed when the clerk time-stamps it, not when it is transmitted; the clerk receives faxes only on the court’s regular business days and hours.

Fax filings must be transmitted through the clerk’s fax equipment and may not be sent directly to the court.

The clerk is not required to acknowledge receipt of a fax transmission.

The sender bears the risks of fax filing and is urged to verify receipt with the clerk.

A facsimile filing may not exceed 10 pages.

A civil continuance filed within 72 hours of the hearing will not be considered unless the other party’s written consent is obtained and filed before the hearing.

A continuance filed within 72 hours of a criminal or traffic hearing will not be considered.

Continuances are discretionary and require good cause; a request not ruled on by the hearing date is deemed denied.

A written application to record or broadcast a proceeding must be made to the assigned judge as early as reasonably practical and at least one-half hour beforehand, unless the judge permits otherwise.

A recording application must identify and be signed by the applicant, specify the equipment, and complete required pooling before submission.

After appearing, counsel may withdraw only with written court approval for good cause.

A party seeking stenographic recording must arrange and pay the reporter in advance and file a written motion to designate the reporter as official.

A defendant charged with a traffic or criminal offense must attend the initial appearance and all later hearings unless an exception applies.

Counsel may satisfy the defendant’s initial-appearance requirement by filing a letter or notice before the appearance date containing the specified information.

If the defendant or counsel objects to a video proceeding, it must take place in person in the courtroom.

More Judges in South Euclid Municipal Court, Ohio

Timothy R. Sterkel
Judge