Frequently Asked Questions…<\/p>\n
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Can I change my Court date? <\/strong><\/p>\n If you are scheduled for a traffic arraignment, we may grant up to a one (1) week continuance over the phone. If you need more than one (1) week, you must sign a time waiver or get permission from the Judge.<\/p>\n If you wish to change any court date other than a traffic arraignment, you must submit a continuance in\u00a0writing and at least three (3) days in advance. A copy of the written continuance must include a certificate of service and\u00a0be served on the Solicitor’s Office. The continuance request is then given to the Judge and she will grant or deny the motion.<\/p>\n You may call the Clerk’s Office to find out if you have a warrant.\u00a0The warrant will not be recalled until you appear either voluntarily in front of the Judge or you are arrested by the arresting agency.<\/p>\n Hearing notices are provided for all court cases, usually in-person or via postal mail. You can also look it up on our web site. If you call the office, we need your name or case number.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n When is a prisoner going to Court?<\/strong><\/p>\n On each working day, we address\u00a0prisoners that were arrested the prior day. We usually cannot give you a definite time as our docket is scheduled in advance. Prisoners are brought to court throughout the day and hearings are not scheduled.<\/p>\n Since it is public information, we will give you the information over the phone. You can also look it up on the web site.<\/p>\n This information may be obtained by reviewing the online case docket on the web site or by contacting the Clerk’s office.<\/p>\n All filing fees and court costs are posted on the website, but we will also give you this information over the phone.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n How much is my traffic citation?<\/strong><\/p>\n A traffic waiver schedule is\u00a0posted on the web site. If\u00a0you are unsure what you were cited for or have difficulty finding your waiver price, please contact the Clerk’s Office.<\/p>\n You may file a written motion to change you jail report date and the Judge will make a ruling.<\/p>\n Everyone wants to speak to the Judge. She cannot speak to you about any case that is pending in the Court. Each deputy clerk is willing to help you with your problem and if the Judge needs to know anything, the deputy clerk will speak to the Judge for you and have an answer as soon as possible. You may write a letter to the Judge, which will become public record in the case.<\/p>\n Yes, Judge DiGiacomo\u00a0will marry you. You must\u00a0call and make an appointment. Please make sure you have your marriage license, which can be obtained from Probate Court in Jefferson. If you come without any witnesses, someone from the office will witness the ceremony.<\/p>\n In person: cash, check, money order, credit cards<\/p>\n Via phone or online: credit cards<\/p>\n Via mail: check, money order<\/p>\n Bonds must be posted with cash or credit cards only, no checks.<\/p>\n All credit card transactions will be charged a processing of 2.45% ($3.00 minimum) by Municipay, our credit card processor. This fee will show as a separate transaction on your bank statement.<\/p>\n The phone numbers and address are:<\/p>\n Toledo Area<\/u><\/strong> Cleveland Area<\/u><\/strong> Youngstown Area<\/strong> Cincinnati Area<\/span><\/strong> \u00a0<\/strong>Columbus (Main Office) How can I obtain driving privileges? In a criminal\/traffic case, you may request a court appointed attorney on all offenses where jail is possible.\u00a0We have indigency forms here at the office. You must fill it out answering all questions, on the total income of the household. The Judge will then look it over to see whether or not you qualify for a public defender. Please do this on your arraignment date. There is a $25.00 filing fee.<\/p>\n Frequently Asked Questions… Can I change my Court date? If you are scheduled for a traffic arraignment, we may grant up to a one (1) week continuance over the phone. If you need more than one (1) week, you must sign a time waiver or get permission from the Judge. 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\nIs there a warrant out for my arrest?<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nWhen am I scheduled for Court?<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nWhat is the disposition of a case?<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nDo we have service on a civil case?<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nWhat is the filing fee?<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nMy jail date is coming up can I have an extension?<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nCan I speak to the Judge?<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nDoes the Judge perform marriages?<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nWhat kind of payments do you accept?<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nHow can I contact the Bureau of Motor Vehicles?<\/strong><\/p>\n
\n<\/strong><\/u>4452 Heatherdowns Blvd.
\nToledo, Oh 43614
\n419-245-3010<\/p>\n
\n5745 Chevrolet Blvd.
\nParma, Oh 44130
\n216-787-3040<\/p>\n
\n<\/u>Plaza Place
\n101 Federal Plaza, East
\nYoungstown, Oh 44503-1846
\n330-742-5100<\/p>\n
\n1236 W. Kemper Rd
\nCincinnati, Oh 45240
\n513-742-7535
\n<\/u><\/p>\n
\n<\/strong><\/u>4300 Kimberly Parkway
\nColumbus, Oh 43232
\n614-752-7500<\/p>\n
\nWhat is the phone number for the Ashtabula License Bureau?
\n<\/strong>The license bureaus number is (440) 964-7665.<\/p>\n
\nWhat is the phone number for the Ashtabula County Public Defenders office?
\n<\/strong>Their phone number is (440) 998-2628.<\/p>\n
\nI was served with a subpoena, what should I do?
\n<\/strong>If the bailiff served you with a subpoena, and you have questions about it, please contact the City Solicitors office, 992-7101. That office is who requested\u00a0you for a particular case. We only do the paper work and we do not have any information about why you were subpoenaed.<\/p>\n
\nWhat is the balance on my back fines?
\n<\/strong>This information is viewable on a per-case basis on our website or by contacting the Clerk’s Office.<\/p>\n
\nWhat is the phone number for the Ashtabula Court of Common Pleas?
\n<\/strong>The number is 576-3637.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>To obtain driving privileges, we need some information from you. The Judge cannot always grant driving privileges. If you are eligible, make sure you have proof of insurance, employment, school, doctor\u2019s appointments or any other necessity that you would need to drive to. Please put all of this information in writing. You may also be required to pay a $26.00 fee to join the NAP (Notification of Active Probationers) program.<\/p>\n
\nI didn\u2019t have insurance at the time of my citation is it to late for me to purchase it?
\n<\/strong>It would be too late if you already received a citation. You will get a 90 day\u00a0license suspension on your first offense. You are required\u00a0to purchase it; in Ohio all drivers are supposed to be insured. When you renew your license, the license bureau has you sign a document saying you have insurance.<\/p>\n
\nI have a default hearing scheduled. Do I have to appear?
\n<\/strong>In civil cases, default hearings are scheduled once service is perfected on one or more defendants, unless an\u00a0answer is filed. We do suggest you contact the attorney and try to make arrangements if you owe the money. Once the Judge signs a judgment the plaintiff will try and collect the money, by garnishing your wages, attaching your bank account or putting a lien on your property. If you deny you owe the amount or the claim altogether put this in writing within 28 days of receiving your civil summons and send us the original, a copy to the attorney and keep a copy for yourself. This case will then be set for Pre-trial.<\/p>\n
\nDo I have to obtain an attorney?
\n<\/strong>You are constitutionally guaranteed the right to represent yourself in court. You cannot represent another person or business entity unless you are an attorney. If you choose to represent yourself, you will be expected to present yourself and your case within the Rules established by the Court and the law. The Clerk\u2019s office cannot give you legal advice, and the Judges and Magistrates cannot give you legal advice. If you have any questions, you should contact an attorney.<\/p>\n
\nCan I file my own eviction?
\n<\/strong>Yes, if you know the proper procedures. The deputy clerks cannot give you any legal advice.<\/p>\n
\nI posted the bond for someone can I have it back?
\n<\/strong>All 10% bonds are in the defendant\u2019s name. This is explained\u00a0at the time the bond\u00a0is posted. When the case is over, the bond will be applied or returned less 10% and the check will be in the defendant\u2019s name. The\u00a0bond also may be forfeited if you miss a court date and\/or a warrant is issued.<\/p>\n
\nI won my small claims. Why can\u2019t the Court make the Defendant pay?<\/strong>
\n<\/strong>The Court cannot make the defendant pay you. The role of the Court is to determine whether or not you are entitled to the money for which you sued. If the defendant does not pay the judgment, the court will give you the information about wage garnishments and bank attachments. There are additional fees when you file a garnishment or bank attachment.\u00a0You may add these extra costs if you are entitled to court costs as part of your judgment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"