Akron Municipal Court

09/15/2026

: The next VALID Clinic is taking place this Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Barberton Middle School from 9:00 a.m. until Noon.

This opportunity is made possible by the Akron Bar Foundation, The University of Akron School of Law and Summit Legal Defenders.

📷: A flyer with the headline "Need Help with Your Criminal Record or Restoring Your Driver's License?"

09/15/2026

Governor Mike DeWine and Lieutenant Governor Jim Tressel have signed a proclamation declaring September 25, 2026 as "Dolly Parton Day" in Ohio.

Parton had a strong passion for children's literacy. More than 50,000 children in Summit County have benefited from Dolly Parton's Imagination Library and the Imagination Library of Ohio.

To celebrate Dolly Parton's life, Lt. Governor Jim Tressel and I signed a proclamation creating Dolly Parton Day, to be observed on September 25, 2026. Dolly spread the values of kindness and generosity around the world, and her legacy will live on through the children who have benefited from Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.

In Ohio alone, more than one million children from all 88 counties have received a free, high-quality, age-appropriate book in the mail each month since the Imagination Library of Ohio program was established in 2019.

Parents can enroll their children from birth to age five in Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Ohio at ohioimaginationlibrary.org

09/11/2026

Akron Municipal Court’s Administrative/Presiding Judge David Hamilton is partnering with the Akron Urban League and the Summit Legal Defenders to offer on-site expungements for those who qualify. The event will take place on Friday, November 6, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.

Former Ohio State Buckeyes Running Back Maurice Clarett will be a guest speaker at this event. Clarett was named Big Ten Freshman of the Year for his outstanding performance during the Buckeyes’ historic 2002 season when they won the BCS National Championship.

Clarett is now a public speaker who openly discusses his dismissal from The Ohio State University, his imprisonment and what inspired him to establish The Red Zone, a behavioral health agency in Youngstown, in 2016. He is deeply dedicated to mental health advocacy, entrepreneurship and community development with a special focus on aiding homeless youth, senior citizens and expectant mothers. Clarett is a native of Youngstown and graduated from Warren G. Harding High School.

Registration is preferred and the deadline to register is October 23, 2026 or until all spots are filled. Walk-ins are welcome the day of the event. The registration form can be found here: https://forms.gle/KtcSzhChT6No7NC59

📷: A flyer with the words "Expungement Day, Nov. 6, 2026" and individual photos of Judge David Hamilton and Maurice Clarett

09/11/2026

Twenty-five years ago today, 2,977 individuals lost their lives and thousands were injured.

We will always remember the legacies of those we lost and the bravery of the first responders on September 11, 2001.

📷: A graphic with the words "We Will Never Forget" and "September 11, 2001"

09/10/2026

We are proud that two of our staff members are a part of Leadership Akron's Diversity on Board Program's Class 11! Congratulations to Josef Burgan and Ciera Walker.

Joe is the Court's Restitution/Community Service Coordinator and also serves as Judge David Hamilton's COMPASS Program Manager. Ciera is a Service Bailiff where she is responsible for providing personal service for all court documents generated by the Court and provides back-up coverage for personal bailiffs.

Joe and Ciera are two of twenty leaders in Class 11. Over the coming months, this entire group will deepen their understanding of nonprofit board service through governance education, personalized coaching, board shadowing, community service and connection with leaders and organizations across the region.

Learn more here: https://www.leadershipakron.org/diversityonboardclass11

📷: Photos of twenty individuals are featured with the words "Leadership Akron Diversity on Board"

09/09/2026

Probation Officer Emily Smith is in this year's Child & Family Leadership Exchange (CFLE) Class. CFLE is a wonderful program and we have several Judges and staff members who are alumni.

CFLE Class ### Member Spotlight: Emily Smith
Emily is currently a Probation Officer with Akron Municipal Court. Overall, Emily has 20 years of experience and knowledge with the last 10 years spent as a Probation Officer.

09/08/2026

September 8 is 💙

09/04/2026

Su***de Prevention Month is observed every September to raise awareness about su***de, reduce stigma and connect people with life-saving resources.

988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline provided a list of behaviors that can be a warning sign/signs that someone is struggling.

Mental health is important. You are not alone.

📷: A list entitled "Su***de Warnings Signs For Adults"

09/04/2026

One year ago today, we were delighted to host Olympic Gold Medalist Oksana Baiul to help us kick off National Recovery Month at the Akron Art Museum.

"Fox 8 News in the Morning" Anchor Kristi Capel moderated a Q&A session with Oksana where she discussed how she overcame alcoholism. Her story is one of resiliency and triumph.

It was a beautiful, inspirational day.

Judge Jon Oldham presides over Akron Recovery Court and Akron OVI Court and gave a history of the specialized dockets prior to Oksana taking the stage. Both received proclamations from City of Akron, OH Mayor Shammas Malik.

📷: Four photos are included featuring Oksana Baiul, Kristi Capel and Judge Jon Oldham on the stage inside the Akron Art Museum Auditorium

09/03/2026

The Akron Municipal Court will not hold hearings on Monday, September 7, 2026 in honor of Labor Day. 🇺🇸

📷: A video of the American Flag flying