Miele v. Ribovich

The question presented for our determination involves the applicability of Civ.R. 53(E) to procedure in forcible entry and detainer actions, and whether, in such an action, the trial court errs when it approves and confirms a magistrate’s decision that is devoid of factual findings.

“Forcible entry and detainer, as authorized in R.C. Chapter 1923, is a summary proceeding in which ‘any judge of a county court’ may make inquiry into disputes between landlords and tenants, and, where appropriate, order restitution of the premises to the landlord.” 2 Cuyahoga Metro. Hous. Auth. v. Jackson (1981),…