Criminal Division
Guernsey County
Common Pleas Court
Guernsey County Courthouse 801 Wheeling Ave. Cambridge, Ohio 43725
Phone: (740) 432-9352
Judge Daniel G. Padden
Criminal Division
The Judge hears felony criminal cases which include any offense where the possible penalty is over one (1) year in prison and a $1,000.00 Fine. Drug cases, arson, burglary, breaking and entering, theft, fraud, robbery and murder are just a few crimes that fall under this category.
These cases are tried before a jury of 12 individuals from Guernsey County or by the Judge, if a jury is waived, unless the case is resolved by a plea of guilty after all the facts have been exchanged. If a person is found guilty, the determination of sentencing is the responsibility of the Judge alone.
“In matters of truth and justice, there is no difference between large and small problems, for issues concerning the treatment of people are all the same.”
– Albert Einstein
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Criminal Division
Includes felony criminal cases where the possible penalty is over 1 year in prison and a $1,000 fine.
Civil Division
Civil cases include personal injury and medical malpractice cases, employment & contract disputes, and more.
C.A.R.E.
Provides non-violent, chemically-dependent offenders with the tools and life skills to live drug and alcohol free lives.
Jury Service
Serving on a jury is one of the oldest, most direct forms of citizenship participation in the judicial system.
Domestic Relations
Hears cases including divorce, dissolution, custody, child support & civil protection orders.
Probate Court
Duties range from the issuing of marriage licenses to overseeing trusts valued in millions of dollars.
Juvenile Court
Providing the care, protection, and mental & physical development of the children subject to our jurisdiction
Juvenile Probation
Facilitating and participating in many programs to encourage growth and provide support to juveniles.