Ohio Juv. R. 26

As amended through October 29, 2024
Rule 26 - Rights of alleged victim of crime

To the extent required by Article I, Section 10a of the Ohio Constitution or by the Revised Code, the trial court shall ensure that the alleged victim of a crime, upon request, be given notice of all public proceedings involving the alleged criminal offense against the victim and the opportunity to be present at all such proceedings. In this regard, the trial court may direct the prosecuting attorney to provide such notice to the alleged victim.

To the extent required by Article I, Section 10a of the Ohio Constitution or by the Revised Code, the trial court shall, upon request, provide the alleged victim of a crime the opportunity to be heard in any public proceeding in which a right of the alleged victim is implicated, including but not limited to public proceedings involving release, plea, sentencing, or disposition.

Ohio. Juv. R. 26

Amended April 24, 2019, effective 7/1/2019.