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transcript of the plea hearing in Ohio

103 Ohio opinions name it 2 courts 2001–2026 31 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Ohio courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (29)

CaseFollowedCited
Knapp v. Edwards Laboratoriesgreen
ohio · 1980 · cited in 13 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2001–2026
2 sentences

2025Knapp v. Edwards Laboratories, 61 Ohio St. 2d 197, 199 (1980). {¶18} Appellant’s written acknowledgement of his guilty plea, as well as the transcript of the plea hearing, reflect Appellant represented no promises had been made to him beyond those set forth in the plea regarding the dismissal of counts one and two.

2022“When portions of the transcript necessary for resolution of assigned errors are omitted from the record, the reviewing court has nothing to pass upon and thus, as to those assigned errors, the court has no choice but to presume the validity of the lower court’s proceedings, and affirm.” Knapp v. Edwards Laboratories, 61 Ohio St.2d 197, 199 , 400 N.E.2d 384 (1980). {¶45} Here, however, a transcript of the plea hearing is not necessary for resolution of this appeal.

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State v. Bishop (Slip Opinion)green
ohio · 2018 · cited in 8 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2020–2022
2 sentences

2022See also State v. Bishop, 156 Ohio St.3d 156 , 2018-Ohio-5132 , 124 N.E.3d 766, ¶ 11 (a defendant must show prejudice if the trial court partially complied with Crim.R. 11(C) in regard to a non- constitutional right, but no showing of prejudice is required if the trial court completely failed to comply). {¶ 25} In this case, the transcript of the plea hearing reflects that Gardner’s plea was made knowingly, intelligently, and voluntarily.

2022See also State v. Bishop, 156 Ohio St.3d 156 , 2018-Ohio-5132 , 124 N.E.3d 766, ¶ 11 (a defendant must show prejudice if the trial court partially complied with Crim.R. 11(C) in regard to a non- constitutional right, but no showing of prejudice is required if the trial court completely failed to comply). {¶ 25} In this case, the transcript of the plea hearing reflects that Gardner’s plea was made knowingly, intelligently, and voluntarily.

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State v. McGlinchgreen
ohioctapp · 2019 · cited in 3 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2019–2019
2 sentences

2019See also State v. McGlinch, 2019-Ohio-1380 , __ N.E.3d __, ¶ 28 (2d Dist.). {¶ 14} We have reviewed the transcript of the plea hearing, held on April 30, 2019.

2019See also State v. McGlinch, 2019-Ohio-1380 , __ N.E.3d __, ¶ 28 (2d Dist.). {¶ 14} We have reviewed the transcript of the plea hearing.

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State v. Robertsgreen
ohioctapp · 2020 · cited in 2 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2024–2025
2 sentences

2025State v. Roberts, 2020-Ohio-6722, ¶13 (5th Dist.), citing State v. Marcum, 2016- Ohio-1002.

2024State v. Roberts, 2020-Ohio-6722, ¶13 (5th Dist.), citing State v. Marcum, 2016- Ohio-1002.

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State v. Xiegreen
ohio · 1992 · cited in 2 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2022–2025
2 sentences

2025Additionally, Pugh affirmed that: no one had promised anything except what had been discussed at the hearing; no one was forcing or threatening him to enter the pleas; he was entering the pleas of his own free will; he was satisfied with trial counsel; and he had no questions regarding the rights he was waiving or the consequences of his plea. {¶9} “This court and others have considered a defendant’s statements at the plea hearing in determining whether the reasons for the request to withdraw a plea have merit.” State v. Zendarski-Metcalf, 2024-Ohio-780, ¶ 17 (11th Dist.) (cases cited); Xie at

2022See Xie, 62 Ohio St.3d at 527 .

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State v. Nealgreen
ohioctapp · 2025 · cited in 1 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2026–2026
1 sentence

2026Without a 7 OHIO FIRST DISTRICT COURT OF APPEALS transcript of the hearing, we “must presume the regularity of the lower court’s proceedings and affirm the judgment of the court below.” Bumu at ¶ 16 ; see State v. Neal, 2025-Ohio-2499, ¶ 12 (1st Dist.) (presuming the regularity of a plea hearing “and that the court engaged in a sufficient Crim.R. 11 plea colloquy, and provided an explanation of the charges and potential sentence” because the record lacked a transcript of the plea hearing). {¶16} Absent a transcript or other material in the record to substantiate M.L.’s claims, we must presume

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State v. Rembertgreen
ohioctapp · 2017 · cited in 1 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2026–2026
1 sentence

2026See, e.g., State v. Grant, 2013-Ohio-2981 , ¶ 11-12 (10th Dist.); State v. Rembert, 2017-Ohio-1173, ¶ 11-14 (10th No. 25AP-858 9 Dist.); Knapp v. Edwards Laboratories, 61 Ohio St.2d 197, 199 (1980).

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State v. Hastingsgreen
ohioctapp · 2018 · cited in 1 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2025–2025
1 sentence

2025See Plea Hearing Tr., p.14. {¶ 12} “We have held that ‘if a trial court fails to reconcile its correct oral statement on the length of post-release control with an incorrect statement on post-release control in a plea form, the trial court only partially complies with Crim.R. 11.’ ” State v. Hastings, 2018-Ohio-422, ¶ 18 (2d Dist.), quoting State v. Lockard, 2015-Ohio-4294, ¶ 11 (2d Dist.), citing State v. Brown, 2012-Ohio-199, ¶ 23 (2d Dist.).

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State v. Huffmangreen
ohioctapp · 2018 · cited in 1 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2025–2025
1 sentence

2025Id. at ¶ 22. {¶13} Y.S.’s plea agreement included an agreed sentence, which is an agreement to be “‘“bound to a specific sentence or a sentence . . . within a prescribed range.”’” Elliott, 2021-Ohio-424, at ¶ 13 (1st Dist.), quoting State v. Jackson, 2020- Ohio-491, ¶ 13 (8th Dist.), quoting State v. Huffman, 2018-Ohio-1192, ¶ 17 (8th Dist.).

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State v. Colegreen
ohioctapp · 2015 · cited in 1 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2025–2025
1 sentence

2025“By following this rule, a court ensures that the plea is knowing, intelligent, and voluntary.” State v. Cole, 2015-Ohio-3793, ¶ 12 (2d Dist.), citing State v. Redavide, 2015-Ohio-3056 , ¶ 12 (2d Dist.). {¶ 16} We have reviewed the transcript of the plea hearing.

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State v. Elliottgreen
ohioctapp · 2021 · cited in 1 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2025–2025
1 sentence

2025Id. at ¶ 22. {¶13} Y.S.’s plea agreement included an agreed sentence, which is an agreement to be “‘“bound to a specific sentence or a sentence . . . within a prescribed range.”’” Elliott, 2021-Ohio-424, at ¶ 13 (1st Dist.), quoting State v. Jackson, 2020- Ohio-491, ¶ 13 (8th Dist.), quoting State v. Huffman, 2018-Ohio-1192, ¶ 17 (8th Dist.).

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State v. Lockardgreen
ohioctapp · 2015 · cited in 1 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2025–2025
1 sentence

2025See Plea Hearing Tr., p.14. {¶ 12} “We have held that ‘if a trial court fails to reconcile its correct oral statement on the length of post-release control with an incorrect statement on post-release control in a plea form, the trial court only partially complies with Crim.R. 11.’ ” State v. Hastings, 2018-Ohio-422, ¶ 18 (2d Dist.), quoting State v. Lockard, 2015-Ohio-4294, ¶ 11 (2d Dist.), citing State v. Brown, 2012-Ohio-199, ¶ 23 (2d Dist.).

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State v. Zendarski-Metcalfgreen
ohioctapp · 2024 · cited in 1 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2025–2025
1 sentence

2025Additionally, Pugh affirmed that: no one had promised anything except what had been discussed at the hearing; no one was forcing or threatening him to enter the pleas; he was entering the pleas of his own free will; he was satisfied with trial counsel; and he had no questions regarding the rights he was waiving or the consequences of his plea. {¶9} “This court and others have considered a defendant’s statements at the plea hearing in determining whether the reasons for the request to withdraw a plea have merit.” State v. Zendarski-Metcalf, 2024-Ohio-780, ¶ 17 (11th Dist.) (cases cited); Xie at

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State v. Browngreen
ohioctapp · 2012 · cited in 1 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2025–2025
1 sentence

2025See Plea Hearing Tr., p.14. {¶ 12} “We have held that ‘if a trial court fails to reconcile its correct oral statement on the length of post-release control with an incorrect statement on post-release control in a plea form, the trial court only partially complies with Crim.R. 11.’ ” State v. Hastings, 2018-Ohio-422, ¶ 18 (2d Dist.), quoting State v. Lockard, 2015-Ohio-4294, ¶ 11 (2d Dist.), citing State v. Brown, 2012-Ohio-199, ¶ 23 (2d Dist.).

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State v. Huddleson, Unpublished Decision (8-5-2005)green
ohioctapp · 2005 · cited in 1 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2025–2025
1 sentence

2025“Only if there is a reasonable probability that, but for counsel’s errors, the defendant would not have pleaded guilty but would have instead insisted on going to trial will the judgment be reversed.” (Citations omitted.) State v. Huddleson, 2005-Ohio-4029, ¶ 9 (2d Dist.). {¶ 12} The transcript of the plea hearing reflects that Rogan understood that he had agreed to a sentence of 36 months in prison.

11
State v. Perrygreen
ohio · 1998 · cited in 1 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2021–2021
2 sentences

2021Perry, 83 Ohio St.3d at 43-44, 48-49 , 697 N.E.2d 624 .

2021Perry, 83 Ohio St.3d at 43-44, 48-49 , 697 N.E.2d 624 .

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State v. Nawmangreen
ohioctapp · 2017 · cited in 1 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2020–2020
11
State v. Marcum (Slip Opinion)green
ohio · 2016 · cited in 1 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2019–2019
11
State v. Victorgreen
ohioctapp · 2017 · cited in 1 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2018–2018
11
State v. Ketterergreen
ohio · 2010 · cited in 1 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2018–2018
11
State v. MacK, Unpublished Decision (3-31-2006)green
ohioctapp · 2006 · cited in 1 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2017–2017
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State v. Pinagreen
ohioctapp · 1975 · cited in 1 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2016–2016
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City of Columbus v. Hodgegreen
ohioctapp · 1987 · cited in 1 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2014–2014
11
State v. Price, Unpublished Decision (12-12-2003)green
ohioctapp · 2003 · cited in 1 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2014–2014
11
Wasman v. United Statesgreen
scotus · 1984 · cited in 1 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2013–2013
11
North Carolina v. Alfordgreen
scotus · 1970 · cited in 1 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2010–2010
11
State v. Glenn, Unpublished Decision (6-4-2004)green
ohioctapp · 2004 · cited in 1 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
11
State v. Skaggsgreen
ohio · 1978 · cited in 1 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2006–2006
11
Rose Chevrolet, Inc. v. Adamsgreen
ohio · 1988 · cited in 1 Ohio opinions naming this issue, 2006–2006
11

Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

CaseNegativeCited
No negative-treatment citations attached to this issue in Ohio. Read the followed side critically anyway.

Also cited on this issue (51)

CaseCitedYears
State v. Nero green
ohio · 1990
2 sentences

2021“Substantial compliance means that under the totality of the circumstances, the defendant subjectively understands the implications of his plea and the rights he is waiving.” State v. Nero, 56 Ohio St.3d 106, 108 , 564 N.E.2d 474 (1990). {¶ 39} We have reviewed the transcript of the plea hearing and the parties’ plea agreement.

2021“Substantial compliance means that under the totality of the circumstances, the defendant subjectively understands the implications of his plea and the rights he is waiving.” State v. Nero, 56 Ohio St.3d 106, 108 , 564 N.E.2d 474 (1990). {¶ 39} We have reviewed the transcript of the plea hearing and the parties’ plea agreement.

72005–2021
State v. Stewart green
ohio · 1977
2 sentences

2017Cuyahoga No. 98640, 2013-Ohio-1984, ¶ 5 , citing State v. Stewart, 51 Ohio St.2d 86 , 364 N.E.2d 1163 (1977). {¶22} After conducting an independent review of the transcript of the plea hearing, we find that the trial court engaged in a complete Crim.R. 11 colloquy with Gunter.

2017Cuyahoga No. 98640, 2013-Ohio-1984, ¶ 5 , citing State v. Stewart, 51 Ohio St.2d 86 , 364 N.E.2d 1163 (1977). {¶22} After conducting an independent review of the transcript of the plea hearing, we find that the trial court engaged in a complete Crim.R. 11 colloquy with Gunter.

42005–2017
State v. Smith green
ohio · 1977
2 sentences

2005Defendant further contends the trial court erred in failing to review the transcript of the plea hearing before ruling on her motion. {¶ 6} Crim.R. 32.1 governs the withdrawal of a guilty plea and provides that "[a] motion to withdraw a plea of guilty or no contest may be made only before sentence is imposed; but to correct manifest injustice the court after sentence may set aside the judgment of conviction and permit the defendant to withdraw his or her plea." "A defendant who seeks to withdraw a plea of guilty after the imposition of sentence has the burden of establishing the existence of m

2004"The standard rests upon practical considerations important to the proper administration of justice, and seeks to avoid the possibility of a defendant pleading * * * to test the weight of potential punishment." Smith, 49 Ohio St.2d at 264 , citing Kadwell v. United States (C.A.9, 1963), 315 F.2d 667 , 670 . {¶ 9} In the present case, the transcript of the plea hearing reveals that before Mr. Robinson pled no contest, the court informed him of the meaning and consequences of his plea.

42004–2017
State v. Griffith, Unpublished Decision (3-31-2005) neutral
ohioctapp · 2005
2 sentences

2017Cuyahoga No. 84760, 2005-Ohio-1500, ¶11 . {¶11} As appellant has failed to provide us with the transcript of his guilty plea hearing, we must presume regularity of that proceeding and affirm.

2008No. 84760, 2005-Ohio-1500 , at ¶ 11 . {¶ 23} As noted supra, appellant failed to file the transcript of the guilty plea hearing.

22008–2017
State v. Ballard green
ohio · 1981
2 sentences

2008State v. Ellis (June 20, 1996), Franklin App. No. 95APA10-1399, citing Ballard , supra. {¶ 10} The transcript of the plea hearing in this case reflects that the trial judge asked Johnson whether he understood that by pleading guilty he would waive certain constitutional rights; Johnson answered affirmatively.

2008State v. Ballard (1981), 66 Ohio St.2d 473 , cited with approval, State v. Ketterer , 111 Ohio St.3d 70 , 2006-Ohio-5283 , ¶ 7 6. *Page 8 {¶ 38} A review of the transcript of the plea hearing demonstrates the trial court outlined for Freed each of the constitutional rights he possessed prior to the entry of his plea.

22008–2008
State v. Pames green
ohioctapp · 2022
1 sentence

2026On September 18, 2025, the trial court denied Becks’s motion, citing this court’s decision in State v. Pames, 2022-Ohio-616 (8th Dist.), and sentenced her to one year of community control.

12026–2026
State v. Bond green
ohio · 2022
1 sentence

2026We will reverse for plain error “only in ‘exceptional circumstances and only to prevent a manifest miscarriage of justice.’” State v. Bond, 2022-Ohio-4150, ¶ 18 , quoting State v. Long, 53 Ohio St.2d 91 , (1978), paragraph three of the syllabus. {¶ 41} Although not pointed out by the State, the indictment and the transcript of the plea hearing make clear that the vandalism occurred on November 1, 2024, while the burglary and attempted grand theft of a motor vehicle occurred on November 27, 2024.

12026–2026
State v. Long green
ohio · 1978
1 sentence

2026We will reverse for plain error “only in ‘exceptional circumstances and only to prevent a manifest miscarriage of justice.’” State v. Bond, 2022-Ohio-4150, ¶ 18 , quoting State v. Long, 53 Ohio St.2d 91 , (1978), paragraph three of the syllabus. {¶ 41} Although not pointed out by the State, the indictment and the transcript of the plea hearing make clear that the vandalism occurred on November 1, 2024, while the burglary and attempted grand theft of a motor vehicle occurred on November 27, 2024.

12026–2026
State v. Dangler (Slip Opinion) green
· 2020
1 sentence

2026State v. Dangler, 2020-Ohio-2765, ¶ 10 .

12026–2026
State v. Crawford neutral
ohioctapp · 2018
1 sentence

2022Scioto No. 16CA3778, 2018-Ohio-2166, ¶ 13 . {¶27} In the instant case, Queen’s notice of appeal did not request a transcript of the plea hearing.

12022–2022
State v. Selvaggio neutral
ohioctapp · 2018
1 sentence

2022Lake No. 2017-L- 128, 2018-Ohio-3532 . {¶26} In reviewing the present issue in an Anders context, an appellate court should review the transcript of the plea hearing in light of Criminal Rule 11 and consider whether there are any arguable issues with respect to the knowing, intelligent, and Morrow County, Case No. 2021CA0010 11 voluntary nature of appellant’s guilty plea.

12022–2022
Missouri v. Frye green
scotus · 2012
2 sentences

2021Given this duty, the Court emphasized that the right to effective assistance of counsel extends to the negotiation Delaware County, Case No. 20 CAA 06 0025 11 and consideration of plea offers that have been rejected or have lapsed. 566 U.S. at 145 , 132 S.Ct. 1399 , 182 L.Ed.2d 379 . {¶26} The transcript of the plea hearing reflects that Lewis indicated in response to the court's questions that his pleas were voluntary, that he understood the nature of the charges and penalties, and the agreement concerning his pleas and sentence.

2021Given this duty, the Court emphasized that the right to effective assistance of counsel extends to the negotiation Delaware County, Case No. 20 CAA 06 0025 11 and consideration of plea offers that have been rejected or have lapsed. 566 U.S. at 145 , 132 S.Ct. 1399 , 182 L.Ed.2d 379 . {¶26} The transcript of the plea hearing reflects that Lewis indicated in response to the court's questions that his pleas were voluntary, that he understood the nature of the charges and penalties, and the agreement concerning his pleas and sentence.

12021–2021
State v. Bowling neutral
ohioctapp · 2019
1 sentence

2021Bowling, 2019-Ohio-751 at ¶ 8 .

12021–2021
Volbers-Klarich v. Middletown Management, Inc. green
ohio · 2010
2 sentences

2021Further, according to the transcript of the plea hearing, which was attached as an exhibit to Small’s petition, the following description of the drugs at issue was read into the record as the basis for Small’s guilty plea: “A search recovered 1,405 oxycodone 30-milligram pills, 50 pills of oxycodone, 15 milligrams * * *.” Pickaway App. No. 20CA1 6 which relief can be granted tests the sufficiency of the complaint.” Volbers- Klarich v. Middletown Mgt., Inc., 125 Ohio St.3d 494 , 2010-Ohio-2057 , 929 N.E.2d 434 , ¶ 11.

2021Further, according to the transcript of the plea hearing, which was attached as an exhibit to Small’s petition, the following description of the drugs at issue was read into the record as the basis for Small’s guilty plea: “A search recovered 1,405 oxycodone 30-milligram pills, 50 pills of oxycodone, 15 milligrams * * *.” Pickaway App. No. 20CA1 6 which relief can be granted tests the sufficiency of the complaint.” Volbers- Klarich v. Middletown Mgt., Inc., 125 Ohio St.3d 494 , 2010-Ohio-2057 , 929 N.E.2d 434 , ¶ 11.

12021–2021
State v. Adams green
ohio · 1980
12020–2020
State v. Cyrus green
ohio · 1992
12020–2020
State v. Maddickes neutral
ohioctapp · 2013
12020–2020
State v. Cross, 07-Ma-74 (6-27-2008) green
ohioctapp · 2008
12019–2019
State v. Jones green
ohio · 1994
12019–2019
State v. Fitzpatrick green
ohio · 2004
12018–2018
State v. Burnside green
ohio · 2003
12018–2018
State v. Goist, Unpublished Decision (7-23-2004) neutral
ohioctapp · 2004
12018–2018
Santobello v. New York green
scotus · 1971
12017–2017
Morgan v. Eads green
ohio · 2004
12017–2017
State v. Veney green
ohio · 2008
12017–2017
State v. Blevins neutral
ohioctapp · 2016
12017–2017
State v. Moore neutral
ohioctapp · 2011
12017–2017
State v. Drake neutral
ohioctapp · 2013
12017–2017
State v. Sarkozy green
ohio · 2008
12015–2015
State v. Lambros green
ohioctapp · 1988
12015–2015
State v. Swift green
ohioctapp · 1993
12015–2015
Alabama v. Smith green
scotus · 1989
12013–2013
State v. Peterseim green
ohioctapp · 1980
12013–2013
State v. Harder neutral
ohioctapp · 2013
12013–2013
State v. Powell green
ohioctapp · 2010
12011–2011
State v. Baker green
ohio · 2008
12009–2009
State v. Smith, Ct2007-0073 (6-30-2008) green
ohioctapp · 2008
12008–2008
State v. Wesaw, 08ca12 (10-23-2008) neutral
ohioctapp · 2008
12008–2008
State v. Simpkins, Unpublished Decision (11-16-2006) neutral
ohioctapp · 2006
12008–2008
State v. Conrad, 88934 (10-25-2007) green
ohioctapp · 2007
12008–2008

Statutes the citing opinions construe

OH § Ohio Rev. Code § 2953.08 (28) OH § Ohio Rev. Code § 2929.11 (24) OH § Ohio Rev. Code § 2929.12 (24) OH § Ohio Rev. Code § 2929.14 (15) OH § Ohio Rev. Code § 2929.13 (13) OH § Ohio Rev. Code § 2925.11 (7) OH § Ohio Rev. Code § 2929.19 (7) OH § Ohio Rev. Code § 2907.05 (6) OH § Ohio Rev. Code § 2925.03 (6) OH § Ohio Rev. Code § 2953.21 (6) OH § Ohio Rev. Code § 2907.02 (5) OH § Ohio Rev. Code § 2967.28 (5)

Counted by distinct opinions that both name this issue and are annotated to the section; sections every opinion cites regardless of issue are not filtered here, so read the counts against the total above.

Where else courts name it

OH 103 (2001–2026) GA 40 (1981–2022) FL 25 (1984–2019) MS 23 (1983–2022) CA 19 (2008–2026) IL 13 (2008–2025) MO 12 (1988–2025) WI 12 (1991–2025) TN 10 (2004–2015) NY 6 (1996–2015) MN 5 (2012–2015) KS 4 (2008–2025) CO 4 (2012–2024) MI 3 (1985–2015) AR 3 (2013–2021) TX 3 (2013–2016) AL 3 (1994–2005) MA 3 (2018–2024) PA 2 (2003–2015) RI 2 (2002–2010) SC 2 (2015–2025) ND 2 (2011–2011) DE 2 (2014–2022) NJ 2 (2022–2025) OK 2 (2006–2018) CT 2 (1992–2018)

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