RULE No. 36 – SMALL CLAIMS TRIAL

A memorandum of the time and place set for trial shall be given to the person signing the claim. The initial time set for such trial shall not be less than fifteen (15) nor more than forty (40) days after commencement of the action. Notice shall be served on the defendant pursuant to R.C. 1925.04.

All parties shall be prepared to present their case or defense in a concise and organized manner.  All parties shall have an original and at least two copies of any document or photograph they wish to present as evidence.

A continuance may be granted as provided in SMCR No.22.

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