Substitution of Parties

(A) Generally The Supreme Court in any case may order substitution of a party of its own initiative or upon motion. Any misnomer not affecting the substantial rights of the parties shall be disregarded. (B) Public officers; death or separation from office When a public officer in the officer’s official capacity is a party to an appeal or other proceeding in the Supreme Court of Ohio and ceases to hold office, the action does not abate, and the successor officer is automatically substituted as a party, without need for a court order. Proceedings following the substitution shall be in the name of the substituted party. Effective: January 1, 2017 Amended: April 1, 2025 34 SECTION 5. CASE TYPES.