For the very first time, the Ohio Supreme Court has issued a state-wide rule for GAL's (Guardians ad litem) that will take effect on March 1, 2009. According to Supreme Court's Press Release, new Rule 48 will govern appointment, responsibilities, training and reporting requirements for GAL's and will apply in all domestic and juvenile court proceedings where the court appoints a GAL. To help implement this new Rule, the Ohio Judicial College is scheduling upcoming training.
