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UDR Form 25

Show Cause Order and Notice

Ohio · Supreme Court of Ohio

This form is a court order that tells a person they must appear in court to explain why they should not be found in contempt for not following a court order. It warns about possible penalties for not showing up.

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Where this fits in a case

Judgment

Stage: Judgment

This form is used when one party needs to bring another party to court to address the failure to follow a previous court order. Filing this form requires a Motion for Contempt, Affidavit, and Instructions for Service.

Either party may file.

Common questions

What does this form ask the court for?
It orders a person to appear in court to explain why they should not be held in contempt for failing to follow a court order.
What happens if I do not appear as ordered?
The notice states that failure to appear could lead to a bench warrant for immediate arrest or an immediate income withholding or deduction.
Do I need a lawyer to use this form?
The notice informs the recipient that they have the right to be represented by an attorney, and instructions are given on how to apply for one if they cannot afford one.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026.

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