| Criminal Division General Filing Requirements |
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The Summit County Common Pleas Court does not accept any faxed or electronic filings at this time.
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| Orders, Motions and Pleadings |
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The original and 2 copies are required for filing.
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| Subpoenas |
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The original, 1 copy for the Clerk of Courts, 1 copy for attorney, and 1 copy for every name listed on subpoena (up to 5 names) are required.
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| Application For Attorney Fees |
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Three (3) originals signed by the judge are required, along with 2 extra copies, one of which will be returned for your file.
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| Sealing of Records |
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The cost to file for Expungement or Sealing of Records is $50.00. The person must be a one time offender and cannot have prior record. The original and 5 copies are required for filing. It must be filed after a time period of 3 years after probation termination or release from institution. Approximate time of completion is 3-6 months. An investigation will be performed by the Probation Department.
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| Appearance Bonds |
Checks are not accepted for payment of Bonds. Credit Cards are accepted.
An additional State of Ohio mandated fee of $45.00 is charged on all bonds. The fee is credited towards court costs when disposition has been filed. All bond refunds are returned by mail, approximately 10-15 days after sentencing less court costs, fines, and appointed attorney fees.
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| Court Costs, Restitution and Probation Fees |
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Payment for Court Costs, Restitution and Probation Fees should be made payable to:
Summit County Clerk of Courts
Att:
Criminal Division
205 S. High St. 1st Floor
Akron, Oh
44308 |
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