State v. Montgomery - Telecommunications Harassment Conviction Affirmed

The Ohio Court of Appeals, Third District, affirmed Marquis D. Montgomery's conviction for telecommunications harassment under R.C. 2917.21(A)(1), a first-degree misdemeanor. The court confirmed the trial court had personal jurisdiction over Montgomery despite his refusal to accept service, as he voluntarily appeared and pleaded not guilty. The appellate court also upheld the validity of Montgomery's self-representation waiver under Crim.R. 44(B).

Rees v. Rees - Juvenile Court Jurisdiction Vacated

The Ohio Court of Appeals, Twelfth District, vacated a Madison County Juvenile Court judgment that had granted visitation rights to a paternal grandfather under R.C. 3109.11. The appellate court found the juvenile court lacked subject-matter jurisdiction to adjudicate the grandparent visitation complaint. The case number is CA2025-07-019.

State v. Ochier - Domestic Violence Conviction Affirmed

The Court of Appeals of Ohio, Third Appellate District, affirmed Allen Ochier's domestic violence conviction. Ochier was sentenced to 17 months in prison after a jury found him guilty of domestic violence in violation of R.C. 2919.25(A), (D)(4), rejecting his self-defense claim. The appellate court also rejected Ochier's arguments regarding prosecutorial misconduct and ineffective assistance of counsel.

Urdiales v. Latin Am. Club of Defiance Ohio - Civ.R. 60(B) Motion

The Ohio Court of Appeals, Third Appellate District, affirmed the trial court's denial of a Civ.R. 60(B) motion filed by the Latin American Club of Defiance, Ohio. The appellate court applied the abuse-of-discretion standard of review to the trial court's determination. The ruling clarifies that fraud upon an adverse party falls under Civ.R. 60(B)(3) while fraud upon the court falls under Civ.R. 60(B)(5).

Thomason v. Thomas - Civil Stalking Protection Order Affirmed in Part

The Ohio Twelfth District Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's decision granting a three-year Civil Stalking Protection Order (CSPO) against appellant William Thomas, finding credible evidence supporting each element of menacing by stalking based on offensive social media posts. However, the appellate court vacated a portion of the CSPO as impermissibly broad and remanded for modification of the order's terms.

Neal v. Stuff - Habeas Corpus Appeal Affirmed

The Ohio Fifth District Court of Appeals affirmed the dismissal of inmate Mourice Neal's habeas corpus petition challenging his underlying conviction for failing to register under Ohio's sex offender registry law (R.C. 2950.04(A)(4)(a)). The appellate court rejected Neal's arguments regarding manifest weight of evidence and suppression issues. The judgment of the Richland County Court of Common Pleas from November 4, 2025, is hereby affirmed.

State v. Lochtefeld - Driving Under Suspension Conviction Affirmed

The Ohio Court of Appeals, Third Appellate District, affirmed the conviction of Eric Lochtefeld for driving under an administrative suspension in violation of R.C. 4510.14. The appellate court rejected Lochtefeld's claims that the conviction was against the manifest weight of the evidence, that he received ineffective assistance of counsel, and that the trial court erred by excluding evidence of his valid Florida driver's license.

Attorney Jonathon Gurish Resignation from Practice

The Hawaii Supreme Court granted attorney Jonathon A. Gurish's petition to resign from the practice of law in the State of Hawaii. The court ordered his name (attorney number 4233) removed from the state attorney roll, effective upon filing. Compliance with notice and declaration requirements under RSCH Rule 2.16 was required.

Estes v. Contra Costa County Sheriff - ADA Complaint

Valerie Estes filed a complaint in the Northern District of California against Contra Costa County Sheriff alleging Americans with Disabilities Act violations. The plaintiff also filed a motion to proceed in forma pauperis. Case management conference is scheduled for July 8, 2026.

President Congratulates Michigan, UConn on NCAA Championship

The White House issued a presidential message on April 6, 2026, congratulating the Michigan Wolverines and UConn Huskies as they competed in the NCAA College Basketball National Championship. The message celebrates the 90-year tradition of March Madness and recognizes student-athletes' achievements. This is a ceremonial statement with no regulatory implications.