Summons
Ohio · Supreme Court of Ohio
This form is a Summons that officially notifies a named person that they are a respondent in a petition filed in the Probate Division. It informs the person about the petition and what they are required to do next.
Where this fits in a case
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This form is used when someone has been named as a respondent in a petition related to involuntary treatment for alcohol and other drug abuse. It serves to officially notify the respondent of the case.
Usually filed by the person starting the case.
Common questions
- What is this form for?
- This form is a Summons that tells a named person they are a respondent in a petition filed in the Probate Division. It includes a copy of the petition.
- What happens if I do not follow this summons?
- The form states that if the recipient fails to follow the summons, they may be subject to an order to be transported by the Sheriff or another peace officer to a hospital or treatment facility.
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026.
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