Thursday Education Schedule |
8:15 am |
Rules of Evidence: Past Present, Future
An exploration of some of the trends in evidence law since codification gathered momentum in the 1970s. Trends in scientific evidence, decline in the number of jury trials, and the potential decoupling of hearsay law and confrontation after Crawford are some of the factors that should shape the future. |
10:00 |
Evidence Rule-Making and Evidence Rule-Reading: Interpretation of the Ohio Rules of Evidence
A review of the principles of statutory interpretation as applied to the construction of the Rules of Evidence, with particular focus on the special problems raised by the unique character of Ohio's approach to rule-making and rule-interpretation. |
11:15 |
State of the Judiciary Address
Chief Justice Thomas J. Moyer |
noon |
Lunch and Business Meeting |
1:00 pm |
Confrontation & Hearsay: Crawford and its Implications for Trial Courts
In March 2004, the Supreme Court dramatically altered Confrontation Clause law and created great uncertainty in the trial courts. In Crawford, it announced a sharp change in direction but refused to provide details. In this session participants will learn established exceptions to Crawford, historical context for police-citizen conversations, and key issues that the United States Supreme Court must resolve. |
2:00 |
Cross-Examination of Adverse Parties
An examination of the long-time practice of calling adverse parties "as if on/under cross-examination" and the impact of the Ohio Rules of Evidence and the Ohio Constitution on that practice. |
3:15 |
Computer Crime Evidentiary Issues
Scott A. Longo, Esq., Deputy Attorney General, Computer Crimes Task Force
Law enforcement is in a perpetual race with criminals in the application of digital technologies, and requires the development of tools to systematically search digital devices for pertinent evidence. Molesters are increasingly using technology to seduce, meet, and molest the most vulnerable among us?our children. This presentation on the evidentiary issues involved in computer crime cases will explore the use of technology as a tool for the Prosecution, the Defense and the Court. |
5:15 |
End of Thursday Education Program |
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Spouses/Partners Program (Thursday) |
There is no cost to attend this program and lunch is provided. Please complete the line on the registration form pertaining to the Ohio Judicial Family Network program to confirm your participation. |
9:30 am |
Coffee/Reception |
10:00 |
Celebrating Ohio's Judicial Families
A panel discussion about judicial family life issues will be moderated by
Jan Aikman Dickson, founder of The Judicial Family Institute, a national organization supporting judicial families throughout the United States. Ohio judges, spouses, and young adults (raised in a judicial family) will talk about the challenges of public life, home and travel security, ethical considerations, and campaign stress. |
12:15 pm |
Lunch |
1:30 pm |
Conclusion |
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Reception: Celebrating 45 Years of Ohio Jury Instructions (Thursday) |
6:30 pm |
Join us in celebrating a unique achievement of Ohio judges.
In 1960, 45 years ago this year, the Jury Instructions Committee distributed the first set of jury instructions designed to cover an area of law in a systematic fashion, Standard Civil Outline--Negligence. From there, the project took off, and by the end of the 1960s the present four volume organization was in place.
Ohio Jury Instructions is, and always has been, an outstanding example of Ohio judges' professionalism and dedication to public service. Ohio Jury Instructions have always been written by judges who volunteer their time and considerable efforts, with no compensation, in order to produce something that benefits their judicial colleagues, as well as the administration of justice. Considering the broad and thorough coverage of the four volumes of jury instructions, that is a remarkable achievement. |
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Friday Education Schedule |
8:00 am - 9:15 |
Concurrent Sessions
Session 1: Legislative Panel: Rule-Making
The Panel will discuss and examine the rule-making processes for Supreme Court Rules of Superintendence and Rules of Practice and Procedure. In addition, the Panel will examine some of the Administrative Rules that impact Ohio courts.
Session 2: Complex Litigation: Business Court Docket
What is "complex litigation" and how can a judge effectively manage it? Is a Business Court Docket a possible resource? Should it be? The presenters will examine the pros and cons of establishing a special docket for complex litigation.
Session 3: The Saga of Johnny Jailhouse
Meet up with your worst nightmare--the pro se defendant. First hand experience handling pro se criminal defendants and unruly disruptive defendants...Johnny Jailhouse.
Session 4: Uniform Mediation Act: Coming Soon to your Court!
Focus on the background and need for adoption of the Uniform Mediation Act in Ohio will be provided. Participants will learn about the confidentiality and privilege protections for mediation communications, as well as the Act's significant impact on the operation of court-connected mediation programs. |
9:30 - 10:45 |
Concurrent Sessions
Session 5: Current Issues in Domestic Relations
A panel will address current issues in the area of domestic relations law and practice, including evidentiary matters.
Session 6: Electronic Documents in Litigation: Discovery and Admissibility Issues
Issues relating to the discovery of electronic information exist in every type of litigation. Meeting the demands for the production of computer-based information presents evolving challenges. The admissibility of electronic information presents novel issues for litigators and the courts.
Session 7: Public Confidence: Courts & Media Relations
Court and media representatives will discuss a media relations and public access plan for special interest and high profile cases in the court. The plan accommodates the media in an appropriately dignified atmosphere, under proper security, and in conformity with the law.
Session 8: Uniform Mediation Act (Repeat of Session 4) |
11:00 - 1:00 pm |
Concurrent Sessions
Session 9: Judicial Ethics, Professionalism and Substance Abuse
(Meets CJE Requirements)
This session will include an update on judicial disqualification and liability insurance issues, a status report on the potential impact on the courts of the proposed ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct, and an examination of lawyer and judge mental illness/impairment issues.
Session 10: Intensive Program Prisons and Other Prison Treatment Initiatives
Two State of Ohio agencies, ODADAS and DRC, have strengthened their collaborative partnership to provide courts with prison-based treatment. These options allow courts to recommend placement in prison-based treatment and monitor inmate participation. |
1:00 End of Annual Meeting Education Program |
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