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Franklin County Court of Common Pleas Lawyer
If you have been charged with a crime and are required to appear in Franklin County Court of Common Pleas, it is in your best interest to hire an experienced attorney. Attorney Adam Burke represents clients from all over Ohio and is experienced in representing clients in Franklin County Court of Common Pleas. Call Attorney Adam Burke today at (614) 280-9122 for your free consultation.
Franklin County Court of Common Pleas
General Division
The Franklin County Court of Common Pleas - General Division has the authority to hear all felony and civil cases that exceeds $15,000.
This division is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and is located at the following address:
345 South High Street
Columbus, Ohio 43215
Phone: (614) 525-3453
Domestic Relations and Juvenile Branch
The domestic relations and juvenile branch hears cases on divorce, termination of parental rights, abuse neglect and dependency, civil protection orders/juvenile protection orders, child support, and other types of domestic cases.
This division is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and it located at the following address:
373 South High Street, 6th Floor
Columbus, Ohio 43215
Phone: (614) 525-3628
Probate Division
The probate division is responsible for cases involving wills, adoption, estate administration, and guardianship. If you have a specific probate query for where you are, or you live in Ohio but have property being handed over to you from somewhere else in the country, then you will need to consult with other professionals within that area for further assistance.
This division is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and is located at the following address:
373 South High Street, 22nd Floor
Columbus, Ohio 43215
Phone: (614) 525-3894
Franklin County Court of Common Pleas Procedures
Arraignment: This is the first step in a criminal prosecution. This is the time when you would be allowed to enter your plea to the charges.
Pleas:
- Guilty: The Plea of guilty is a complete admission of guilt.
- No Contest: The Plea of no contest is not admission of guilt, but an admission of the truth of the facts alleged in the complaint filed against you. Such a plea of admission will not be used against the defendant in any subsequent civil or criminal proceedings.
- Not Guilty: The Plea of not guilty is a denial of legal guilt. Defendants case will be set for a trial at a later date. You have the right to present evidence, and the court will make a judgment as to your guilt or innocence.
Attorney Adam Burke Llc - Columbus, Ohio Franklin County Court of Common Pleas Attorney
It is important to hire an experienced criminal defense attorney to represent you if you have been charged with a crime and are required to appear in Franklin County Court of Common Pleas. Attorney Adam Burke will make every effort to get you the best possible result for your case. Contact Attorney Adam Burke now for your free consultation at (614) 280-9122.