Welcome to the First District Court of Appeals

The First District Court of Appeals is one of twelve appellate districts in the State of Ohio. Our jurisdiction consists only of Hamilton County. This Court and its personnel are committed to serving the citizens of Hamilton County, Ohio in an open, orderly, and efficient manner.

Announcements

Notice Regarding Cybersecurity Incident Involving C-Track

Notice Regarding Cybersecurity Incident Involving C‑Track On September 2, 2026, the Supreme Court of Ohio released a statement regarding a ...
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Changes to Ohio Rules of Appellate Procedure

On July 1, 2026, changes to the Ohio Rules of Appellate Procedure became effective.  The following changes are likely to ...
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Oral Arguments for February 3 will be held via Zoom

Oral Arguments for Tuesday, February 3, will be held via zoom. Videos of oral arguments can be found on the ...
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News & Events

Local Court Employee Receives National Certification

Angela Hayden, Assistant Court Administrator for the First District Court of Appeals, was among 38 court administrators, clerks, probation officers, ...
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First District Court of Appeals Hosts Record-Breaking Summer Intern Day

The First District Court of Appeals welcomed 95 interns in June from thirteen local government and legal agencies to its ...
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First District Welcomes Summer Intern Class of 2026

The First District Court of Appeals Welcomes the Summer Intern Class of 2026 The First District Court of Appeal is ...
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“The people’s good is the highest law” – Cicero

Parking

The First District Court of Appeals does not provide free parking. Visitors may use on-street parking or nearby parking lots and garages.

For on-street parking at meters, click here.

Hours of Operation:

8 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday-Friday

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