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Adult Probation

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1. How can one get access to Court entries relating to a case or find out an offender's court date?

Entries and court dates can be found via the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas Clerk’s Office at 614-525-3650.

2. What is the difference between probation and parole?

The main difference between the two is that probation (or Community Control) is a court sanction of community supervision in lieu of a prison sentence. Parole (or Post-Release Control) is granted after an offender has served a set prison term, and then released under certain guidelines.

3. How do I make a payment for court ordered financial obligations?

If paying in person, you will provide cash, money order, or credit card to the Franklin County Clerk of Courts located at:
345 S High Street
1st Floor
Columbus, OH 43215

If you are mailing in a payment, you must use a money order or cashier’s check made payable to the Franklin County Clerk of Courts and mail to:

Franklin County Clerk of Courts
345 S High Street
1st Floor
Columbus, OH 43215

You must provide probationer name and case number on the money order or cashier’s check.

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Adult Probation - Central Intake

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1. Upon release from jail, how soon do I report to Central Intake?

Offenders are required to report the next business day after they are released from incarceration. The intake process takes approximately one hour.

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Adult Probation - Risk Reduction Supervision - Sex Offender

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1. How do I know if a sex offender lives in my neighborhood?

Go to the Franklin County sex offender registry 

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Human Resources - Applying for positions with the Court

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1. Am I required to apply for each job in which I am interested?

Yes, please submit an application for each job in which you are interested.

2. What supplemental information may be required with my application?

If the minimum qualifications of a position require a degree, license or certification, you are required to attach documentation demonstrating you meet the requirement. Supporting documentation can include a transcript or a photo or scanned image of the document.  Some positions may also require a writing sample.

3. May I attach my resume and simply refer to that on my application?

No. The Court requires that you complete the entire application. Incomplete applications may not be considered. Cover letters and resumes are considered supplemental materials and are not required.

4. How many references do I need?

You are required to provide a minimum of three professional references, preferably current or past supervisors.  Personal references should not be submitted.

5. How long will my application be considered for a position with the Court?

Once you apply for a position, your application will be retained for consideration for up to 6 months.

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Human Resources - Current Employee

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1. My employee ID Badge is not working properly, or is broken, how can I obtain a replacement?

Email Human Resources with your request.

2. I have moved, how do I change my address?

Email Human Resources with your updated information.

3. How can I update my tax withholding?

Complete and submit the appropriate document to Human Resources:

• Ohio IT4
• W4

4. How can I cancel/change my direct deposit?

Direct deposit is required, if you are changing your bank or bank account, simply complete the Direct Deposit Form and submit it to Human Resources.

5. How can begin to deposit to CME or modify my deposits to CME?

Complete the CME Deduction Form and submit to Human Resources.

6. When is open enrollment for benefits?

Typically open enrollment is a two week period during the fall months. Employees can opt in or out of benefit programs, adjust life insurance coverage, and change beneficiaries during open enrollment. Employees that elect to participate in Flexible Spending Account programs must do so each year, otherwise they will be removed from the program.

7. I need to modify my benefits and it is not open enrollment. How can I do that?

You may change your health, life, and disability insurance coverage, and in some cases your Flexible Spending Account, when one or more of the following qualifying life events occur:

• Adoption
• Birth
• Death
• Divorce
• Domestic Partnership declaration
• Loss of other coverage
• Marriage
• Terminating coverage as a result of gaining other coverage
• Termination of Domestic Partnership

8. I am thinking about retiring, what do I need to do?

Contact the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) at 800-222-7377. After speaking with OPERS you decide to retire, contact Human Resources to plan for your transition.

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Human Resources - Employment with the Court

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1. Why be a Franklin County Common Pleas Court - General Division employee?

The Franklin County Common Pleas Court - General Division is comprised of diverse, talented and motivated individuals.

While working for the Court, pay is only part of the total compensation package you will receive. The Court offers employees a multitude of benefit programs.

The Court is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

2. How can I apply to be a Franklin County Common Pleas Court - General Division employee?

Search and apply for Franklin County Common Pleas Court - General Division employment opportunities.

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Human Resources - Former Employee

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1. How can I obtain a letter of service?

Email Human Resources with your request.

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Human Resources - Intern / Extern - Completing the Application

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1. How can I apply to be an intern?

Contact Human Resources.  

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Human Resources - Intern / Extern - Interviews & Application Status

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1. I have a disability; how can I request an accommodation?

You can call the Human Resources Supervisor at 614.525.5628 or email Human Resources for this request.

2. Where do I park when I interview?

View a map of the complex, which includes parking information.

Please note there is a cost to park in these garages; the garage accepts cash (low denominations) and credit/debit card.

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Human Resources - Interviews & Application Status

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1. I have been invited to interview, what can I expect?

Typically, upon arrival, we will provide a copy of the interview questions. You will have 30 minutes to review the questions. Next, you will meet with an interview panel for about 1 hour. An interview panel is composed of 4 to 5 Court employees. Finally, you will participate in an assessment designed to assess your skills and knowledge related to the position.

2. I live out of state; how can I request an interview via video conference?

You can call the Human Resources Supervisor at 614.525.5628 or email Human Resources for this request.

3. I have a disability; how can I request an accommodation?

You can call the Human Resources Supervisor at 614.525.5628 or email Human Resources for this request.

4. Where do I park when I interview?

View a map of the complex, which includes parking information.

Please note there is a cost to park in these garages; the garage accepts cash (small denominations) and credit/debit card.

5. How will I know the status of my application?

Applicants can check the status of their application by signing into their application account.

6. Once I have been interviewed, will I be notified if I am not selected?

Applicants that are considered for the position will undergo a pre-employment background check, this can take a considerable amount of time. Ultimately, applicants that are not selected for a position will receive an emailed notice.

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Human Resources - New Employee

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1. What can I expect my first day?

New Employees

Typically, new employees

1. Meet with Human Resources initially to complete various employment forms.  Please complete the Forms below prior to arriving on your first day.
2. Review Court Policies and Procedures.
3. Are scheduled to meet with the Administrative Judge to take an Oath.
4. Meet with a member of the Information Technology team to receive account information and gain knowledge on the various electronic systems.
5. Meet with their supervisor to begin on the job training.

Forms

Complete and bring with you the below forms. Please note HR will complete the Agency Number or Employee Number required on any form.

• Application for Monthly Parking
• CME Employer Payroll Deduction Form
• Compensation Reduction Agreement Healthcare Insurance
• Employee Information Sheet
• Direct Deposit Form
• Ohio Deferred Compensation
  Employees are not required to enroll in deferred compensation. If you elect not to, please complete the form by declining to enroll.
• Ohio IT4
• Payroll Deduction Agreement for Voluntary Programs
• Social Security Statement
• W4

In conjunction with these forms, please bring your driver’s license and social security card. We will need to complete an I-9 based upon this information. If you do not have one or both documents, please see the following list of acceptable documents:

• I9 List of Acceptable Documents

Previous Public Entity Work Experience

If you have previously worked for a public entity in Ohio, please provide HR a letter of service from that entity. This information helps to establish vacation accrual rates and a current sick leave balance. It is important that the letter include the following information from each public entity:

• Balance of transferable sick leave hours
• Dates of employment
• Full time or part time

2. When will I receive my first check?

See our Payroll Processing Calendar.

Please note, that the first check is typically a hard check as direct deposit has yet to be established.

3. When will healthcare benefits begin?

Healthcare benefits begin the 1st day of the month after a 30 day waiting period. Find the month you started work in to see the date healthcare benefits will begin.

• January = March 1st
• February = April 1st
• March = May 1st
• April = June 1st
• May = July 1st
• June = August 1st
• July = September 1st
• August = October 1st
• September = November 1st
• October = December 1st
• November = January 1st
• December = February 1st

4. When does leave time begin to become available?

Court employees benefit from several different leave types: Personal, Sick and Vacation.

Personal Leave

Employees receive 3 personal days each calendar year. New employees are permitted to use personal leave for which they are eligible for upon completion of 90 days of employment. Depending on the hire date, new employees are eligible for:

• January 1st through March 31st: 24 hours
• April 1st through June 30th: 16 hours
• July 1st through September 30th: 8 hours
• After September 30th: not eligible in the calendar year hired

Sick Leave

Sick leave begins to accrue upon 1st day of hire and accrues at a rate of 4.6 hours per pay and is immediately available to employee upon accrual.  

Vacation Leave

New employees with no prior public service receive 40 hours of vacation leave upon completion of 6 months. Employees receive another 40 hours of vacation leave upon conclusion of 1 year; thereafter begin to accrue 3.1 hours of vacation per pay. Vacation accrual rates are adjusted based upon years of service:

• 1 to 4 years = 3.1 hours per pay
• 5 to 9 years = 4.6 hours per pay
• 10 to 14 years = 6.2 hours per pay
• 15 to 19 year = 6.9 hours per pay
• 20-plus years = 7.7 hours per pay

5. What decisions regarding benefit options do I need to begin to consider?

• Ohio Public Employment Retirement System (OPERS) Plan options
  All employees contribute to OPERS. There are three plans in which to choose. If you fail to make a selection within 180 days, OPERS will enroll you into the Traditional Pension Plan.
  • OPERS Plan Selection Workbook
• Healthcare Enrollment
  Employees that opt to enroll in the Healthcare Insurance plan must do so within 30 days of employment.
  • Healthcare Benefit Plan Summary
• Supplemental Life Insurance
  All employees are provided with $50,000 coverage, employer-paid. An employee must designate a beneficiary within the online enrollment system. Employees may also purchase additional supplemental life insurance. It is important to note that as a new hire there are certain amounts that are a guaranteed issue, meaning that an employee can enroll themselves, a spouse and/or child without completing a medical application up to the following amounts (this may be the only opportunity to take advantage of guaranteed issue):
  • Child: $10,000
  • Employee: $100,000
  • Spouse: $50,000
• Deferred Compensation
  Employees are eligible to enroll in deferred compensation programs at any time during employment.
  • County Commissioners Association of Ohio 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
  • Ohio Deferred Compensation Plan
• Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Frequently Asked Questions
  • Healthcare Flexible Spending Account FAQs

6. As a new employee, what are cost effective transportation options for my commute?

Finding a nearby affordable parking lot can be challenging. Take the time to research the best option for you.

Traveling by Car

There is parking available in parking garages, parking lots, meters and some employees are even able to find free parking spots.

• Parking Garages
• Parking Lots

Traveling by Bus

Each Court employee is able to use their Court ID badge to utilize Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) bus service at no cost to the employee. This benefit can be used by the employee at any time while employed and is available for local and express routes.

• COTA Bus Routes
• COTA Park and Ride

Traveling by Bike

Employees can also bike to work and store their bike in a secured location at no cost. If employees decide that biking, running or walking to work is a great way to commute, we have showers that employees can use to be fresh for the day.

• CoGo - Discounted Membership

7. What happens if there is inclement weather?

Although not often, weather and other events may interfere with Court operations. When this happens, the Court sends notices in a variety of manners:

• Everbridge: Employees are asked to enroll in this system to receive electronic alerts. Employees set preferences to receive that information via text, email or telephone.
• Weather Line: An alert message is recorded for employees. You can access this message by calling 614.525.8902.
• Media: At times, messages are communicated to news media outlets.

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Intern / Extern

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1. How can I express interest in the Intern / Extern

Contact Human Resources.  

2. Where do I park when I interview?

View a map of the complex, which includes parking information.

Please note there is a cost to park in these garages; the garage accepts cash (low denominations) and credit/debit card.

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Interpreter Services

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1. When is an interpreter necessary?

RULE 88. Appointment of a Foreign Language Interpreter or Sign Language Interpreter.

(A)   When appointment of a foreign language interpreter is required 

A court shall appoint a foreign language interpreter in a case or court function in either of the following situations:

(1) A party or witness who is limited English proficient or non-English speaking requests a foreign language interpreter and the court determines the services of the interpreter are necessary for the meaningful participation of the party or witness;

(2) Absent a request from a party or witness for a foreign language interpreter, the court concludes the party or witness is limited English proficient or non-English speaking and determines the services of the interpreter are necessary for the meaningful participation of the party or witness.

(B)   When appointment of a sign language interpreter is required

(1) A court shall appoint a sign language interpreter in a case or court function in either of the following situations:

(a) A party, witness, or juror who is deaf, hard of hearing, or deaf blind requests a sign language interpreter;

(b) Absent a request from a party, witness, or juror for a sign language interpreter, the court concludes the party, witness, or juror is deaf, hard of hearing, or deaf blind and determines the services of the interpreter are necessary for the meaningful participation of the party, witness, or juror.

(2) When appointing a sign language interpreter pursuant to division (B)(1) of this rule, the court shall give primary consideration to the method of interpretation chosen by the party, witness, or juror, in accordance with 28 C.F.R. 35.160(b)(2), as amended.

2. How do I request an interpreter?

You must provide at least 48-hours notice to schedule interpreting services.  To request an interpreter you must complete and submit this form to Caroline Kopel in person or via email.

Should you need additional information, refer to the contact information below. 

Contact Information

Caroline Kopel, Language Access Coordinator
Franklin County Common Pleas Court - General Division
Administration
345 S High Street, 2nd floor
Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: 614.525.3761
Fax: 614.525.4480

Email Language Access Coordinator

Hours

Monday through Friday, excluding Court holidays
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

3. How do I cancel or reschedule an interpreter?

To cancel or reschedule an interpreter, contact the Language Access Coordinator either by email or phone at 614.525.3761.

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Judiciary

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1. Can the court give me legal advice?

Judges and court staff are not permitted to provide legal advice. You should contact your attorney if possible. The Columbus Bar Association has a lawyer referral service for both civil and criminal actions, the Legal Aid Society of Columbus will sometimes represent persons who cannot afford a lawyer in a civil action, and the Court can appoint a public defender for those who cannot afford counsel in criminal matters. Find more resources at Franklin County Law Library.

2. How can I find out if a motion, order or entry has been filed for a particular case?

Please access the Franklin County Clerk of Courts Online Case Information site.

3. Can I come and watch a trial?

Courtrooms and procedures are open to the public. However, certain subject matters may be inappropriate for small children and younger adults. Discretion should be taken in these instances.

4. What is the address and phone number of the court?

The address and phone number of the court are:
Franklin County Common Pleas Court
345 S High Street
Columbus, OH 43215

Assignment Phone: 614.525.3453

5. Can the court recommend an attorney or law firm?

• The Columbus Bar Association has a lawyer referral service for both civil and criminal actions.
• The Court can appoint a public defender for those who cannot afford counsel in criminal matters.
• The Legal Aid Society of Columbus will sometimes represent persons who cannot afford a lawyer in a civil action.

6. How do I get to the courthouse?

Follow directions to the courthouse.

7. How can I find out which Judge is assigned to a case?

See the Clerk of Courts’ online records.

8. What hours is the court open?

The court is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Contact the Court directly for holiday hours. The Court is closed on certain holidays.

9. Where are the magistrates' offices?

The magistrates’ offices are located at:
Common Pleas Courthouse
345 S High Street
Columbus, OH 43215

10. How many Judges does Common Pleas Court have?

We currently have 17 Judges in the General Division.

11. Where is the clerk’s office located?

The clerk’s offices are located at:

• Franklin County Court of Pleas Clerk’s Office
  345 S High Street
  1st Floor
  Columbus, OH 43215
• Municipal Clerk
  375 S High Street
  1st Floor
  Columbus, OH 43215

12. How do I get a civil protection stalking order?

Please refer to the civil protection stalking order (CSPO) page for more information.

13. Do all common pleas court trials have juries?

There are some cases that are tried directly to a judge or a 3-judge panel rather than to a jury.

14. How are Common Pleas Judges chosen?

Common Pleas Judges are elected to serve six-year terms.

15. Can I bring my cell phone or pager to court?

You may bring your cell phone or pager to Court; however, they must be turned off prior to entering any courtroom.

16. How do I arrange for a court tour for my students/class?

Contact the Stacy Worthington, Director of Court Support Services, at 614.525.2529.

17. Can I act as my own attorney?

Parties have the right to represent themselves. However, doing so puts them at a distinct disadvantage. The law is complex. Failure to follow proper procedures or to inform this Court of relevant legal authority can result in judgment being entered against a party.

Resources

• The Columbus Bar Association has a lawyer referral service for both civil and criminal actions.
• The Court can appoint a public defender for those who cannot afford counsel in criminal matters.
• The Legal Aid Society of Columbus will sometimes represent persons who cannot afford a lawyer in a civil action.

18. How can I find a lawyer?

Lawyers may be found through the following resources:

• The Columbus Bar Association has a lawyer referral service for both civil and criminal actions.
• The Court can appoint a public defender for those who cannot afford counsel in criminal matters.
• The Legal Aid Society of Columbus will sometimes represent persons who cannot afford a lawyer in a civil action.

19. How do I get a transcript?

Please refer to Transcripts page for information on obtaining a court transcript.

20. Where can I park?

There are two Franklin County garages connected to the Court Complex. 

Costs vary depending on length of time in garage

• Franklin County Commissioners Garage
  34 E Fulton Street
  Columbus, OH 43215
• Franklin County Detention Home Center Garage
  399 S Front Street
  Columbus, OH 43215

There is also parking at the Columbus Commons Garage as well as a number of other surface lots adjacent to the Courthouse.

21. What should I wear to court?

Proper attire is expected at all court proceedings. Shorts and/or tank tops are not permitted. Cell phones and pagers must be turned off before entering any courtroom.

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Jury

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1. What happens when I report for jury duty?

After all the jurors have been checked in, you will go through our juror orientation program. Our juror orientation video is viewed and the Jury Managers will go over many other areas of concern. Also included in the orientation is a visit by the Duty Judge, welcoming the new jury pool to their service. The entire orientation will last about 1 hour. After orientation, we can start assigning new jurors to courtroom service.

2. What if my employer requires me to turn in a statement that verifies my attendance to jury duty?

Work Verifications/Proof of Service Reports will be provided for you at the completion of your service. We do not keep track of the actual hours you spend in court, only the number of days that you report. Your employment is protected by law while you are serving as a juror. If you have any problems with your employer in connection with your jury service, please notify the Jury Commission immediately.

3. Do I have to respond to the jury summons?

To answer your question directly, yes. Your jury summons is an official court order. If anyone fails to report for jury duty without a lawful excuse from the court, they may be brought before the court for possible contempt of court proceedings. If found in contempt by the judge, the court may impose a fine and/or other punishment as provided by Ohio law.

Indirectly, let us say this. Without jurors, the jury system cannot work the way the authors of the Constitution of the United States wanted it to. We realize the sacrifice that we are asking you to make. We also understand that you may be apprehensive about being called to serve. However, the overwhelming majority of people who serve find the experience to be highly rewarding.

When asked, most people say they wouldn’t mind to do it again sometime in the future. Jury duty for most people will mean a substantial, though temporary, change to your everyday life, rearranging schedules and missing work. But if you were ever involved in a dispute or charged with a criminal offense, wouldn’t you want someone just like you to make those same sacrifices in order to be a part of your jury?

4. What hours will I serve?

Normal business hours for the court are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you are in the jury pool, your report time will be 9 a.m. everyday and you will need to remain in the jury assembly room until released for the day by the Jury Managers. You will be released for lunch from Noon to 1:30 p.m.

Release times each day will vary, but usually fall between 2 and 4 p.m. If you are seated as a sworn juror, the judge on your case will tell you what time to report each day. Please expect to be here until 5 p.m. when actually seated on a jury.

5. I've been called several times for jury duty and yet I know a lot of people who have never been called. Why?

The drawing of prospective jurors each year is a completely random process. There really isn’t a good explanation of why some people are called more than once when others haven’t been called at all. You may be interested to know that 90% of the people who report for jury duty have never served before!

6. I received a jury summons for the previous resident of my home. What should I do?

You should treat the summons as you would any other piece of mail that does not belong to you. Simply write "Not at This Address - Return to Sender" on the outside of the summons and put it back in the mail. We will process it as an undelivered summons.

7. I got a jury summons for a deceased family member. What should I do?

We apologize for any undue hardship this has caused. Please mark the outside of the summons "Deceased" and return it to our office. We will be sure to take the name out of our system. You should also contact the Board of Elections to make sure they have been notified that the family member is deceased. Otherwise, the name will remain on their records, allowing us to have access to it each year when new jurors are pulled.

8. What kinds of cases will I be involved in?

The General Division of the Common Pleas Court hears cases that are criminal and civil in nature. Criminal cases in the Court of Common Pleas are on a felony-level and punishable by a sentence of six months or more in a state penal institution. Civil cases filed in this court involve civil disputes exclusive of probate or family law matters. Examples of civil cases include personal injury claims, medical malpractice, and contract disputes.

9. How did my name get selected for jury duty?

Your name was obtained from the list of registered voters in Franklin County, which was provided by the Board of Elections. The drawing of prospective jurors is performed according to statutory guidelines, which assure a random selection of a fair cross-section of the community.

Being a registered voter is not a pre-requisite to serving. Your voting record (how you voted or voting frequency) has nothing to do with your ability to be selected. It is only the source list that is used to obtain jurors’ names.

10. I meet the eligibility requirements for serving as a juror but am I really "qualified" to serve?

You do not need any special skills, training, or legal knowledge to be a juror. You do need to be able to listen carefully, follow instructions, keep an open mind, and be willing to make a decision free from personal feelings or biases. As a juror, you will be responsible for impartially evaluating all the facts that are presented to you during the trial and, as the judge instructs, apply the law as it is written to the facts of the case.

11. I got a jury summons in the mail. What do I do?

First, don’t panic! Second, please take the time to read it! A common mistake many people make is simply not reading through the summons. Much time and preparation went into the design of our summons.

Some of your initial questions and concerns will be easily addressed through the information contained in the jury summons itself. It will explain briefly:

• Contact phone numbers
• Courthouse location and parking information
• Dress code
• How to handle mandatory disqualifications
• Information about this website
• What to do if you have a request to be excused
• When and where to report
• Your term of service

If after reading through the summons and/or our website and you still have questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call us at 614.525.3450. We will be glad to assist you in any way we can.

12. Can I volunteer for jury service or send someone in my place if I am unable serve?

We wish it were that easy! State law and local rules require that all prospective jurors be selected at random from the source list that is used.

13. Is it possible that I might report for jury duty but never get to sit on a jury?

Unfortunately yes. Although there is a slight chance that you will never get called for a case, there is a possibility that you will not be seated as a sworn juror. It is our hope that every juror will at least have the opportunity to go through the jury selection process.

Also, you may experience a situation where you are called to sit as a prospective juror and the case resolves just moments before the trial begins. If this should happen to you, please do not feel as if your time has been wasted. Your presence alone encourages resolution.

14. I've heard that there's a lot of "hurry up and wait" involved with jury duty. What can I do while I'm waiting?

Our court does not utilize a call-in system so you will have to spend some time waiting in the Jury Assembly Room before being seated on a jury panel. Bring whatever you need to help pass the time. You may have cell phones and pagers in the jury assembly room but these devices must be turned off or set to vibrate while you are in the courtroom. Laptop computers are permitted and we do have wireless internet in both jury assembly rooms.

We will do what we can to help pass the time! We have available:

• Cards
• Games
• Magazines
• Puzzles
• A variety of books

We have a TV in the jury assembly room and also show movies Tuesday through Thursday. DVDs may also be checked out for personal viewing on laptops or portable DVD players.

15. Will my family be able to contact me at the courthouse in the event of an emergency?

Absolutely. Our number is 614.525.3450. You may leave this number with family, school, childcare providers, etc, in the event that an emergency should arise during your service.

If in the jury assembly room, you will be paged to take your call at the front desk. If you are in trial, we will get a message to you in the courtroom in the event of an emergency only. All messages that are not of an urgent nature are placed on a special message board in the jury office.

16. I got a jury summons for Franklin County and I no longer live in Franklin County. What do I do?

To be eligible to serve in Franklin County, you must reside in Franklin County. If you have moved from Franklin County, please respond to your summons using our eResponse website. Simply follow the instructions under requesting disqualification from serving. In the meantime, you may want to contact the Board of Elections to make sure they know that you have moved outside the county. Otherwise, you could continue to be called for service in Franklin County.