What is the process for a victim to initiate a civil lawsuit?
A. The Victim should contact the Juvenile Court Restitution Officer at (440) 350-3140 to inform him that they intend to file a civil lawsuit. He will provide them with documentation that the juvenile has been ordered to pay restitution. The paperwork will include the name of the juvenile, his/her parents and their address. The next step is to file the appropriate pleadings with the proper Municipal or Common Pleas Court, depending on the amount involved.A civil lawsuit must be filed in the jurisdiction in which the incident occurred. There is a fee associated in filing a civil lawsuit.Q. When can I provide my victim impact statement to the Court? A. A Victim Impact Statement will be mailed to you at the inception of the case. It should be promptly mailed back. This statement is presented to the Magistrate or Judge during, or before, the offender’s hearing. The Magistrate or Judge will make a decision based on all factors involved in the case. Q. Do I have to be present in Court to make
