Peck v. Marshall

The issue is whether the juvenile court has exclusive original jurisdiction to hear and determine cases of adults charged with sexual activity with a minor in violation of R.C. Chapter 2907 (sex offenses) where such offenses might also constitute a violation of R.C. Chapter 2151 (juvenile court). Our answer is in the negative.

Appellant relies on R.C. 2151.23(A)(5) which reads:

“The Juvenile Court has exclusive original jurisdiction under the Revised Code:

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“(5) To hear and determine all criminal cases charging adults with the violation of any section of Chapter 2151 of the Revised Code.”

Ap…