What is the date and time of the custody hearing?

The hearing is May 19, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. at Wood County Juvenile Court.

Do I need a lawyer for a juvenile court custody hearing?

You are entitled to a lawyer; the court can appoint one if you cannot afford one and qualify—call (419) 352-3554.

What happens if I do not attend the hearing?

The court may proceed without you and could grant custody to the movant or make other orders, possibly ending parental rights.

Court Notice — 1032 South Dunbridge Road, Bowling Green, Ohio (2025 JZ 0596; 2025 JZ 0597)

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Motion for legal custody

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A Motion for Legal Custody regarding J.W. and C.W. was filed in Wood County Juvenile Court; parents Corinda and Bradley Wilkinson are ordered to appear for a hearing on May 19, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. and may lose parental rights if adjudicated.

Key Takeaways

Hearing set May 19, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.
Motion for legal custody filed for J.W. and C.W.
Parents ordered to appear or explain why custody should not be granted
Court may appoint counsel if parent cannot afford one
Adjudication could permanently terminate parental rights

Published: May 9, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Court Notice
City: Bowling Green
Address

1032 South Dunbridge Road, Bowling Green, Ohio · 16 filings

Case #

2025 JZ 0596; 2025 JZ 0597

Research context

16 filings at this address 28 court notice notices in Bowling Green (last 12 months)

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If you don't respond

If Corinda or Bradley Wilkinson fail to appear at the May 19, 2026 hearing, the court may proceed in their absence and could grant legal custody or adjudicate dependency, potentially resulting in permanent loss of parental rights.

What to do next

1
Attend the hearing
Appear at Wood County Juvenile Court, 1032 South Dunbridge Road, Bowling Green, Ohio on May 19, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.
2
Request or obtain counsel
If you cannot afford a lawyer, contact Wood County Juvenile Court at (419) 352-3554 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday–Friday to request appointment.
3
Prepare your response
Bring any evidence or witnesses that support why legal custody should not be granted to the movant at the May 19 hearing.

Frequently asked questions

What is the date and time of the custody hearing?: The hearing is May 19, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. at Wood County Juvenile Court.
Do I need a lawyer for a juvenile court custody hearing?: You are entitled to a lawyer; the court can appoint one if you cannot afford one and qualify—call (419) 352-3554.
What happens if I do not attend the hearing?: The court may proceed without you and could grant custody to the movant or make other orders, possibly ending parental rights.

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Legal terms in this notice

Motion for Legal Custody: A court request asking that legal authority over a child be given to someone other than the parent.
Adjudication of dependency: A court finding that a child lacks adequate parental care or supervision.
Permanent custody: A court order that ends parental rights and gives custody rights permanently to another person or agency.

Full Notice Text

PUBLICATION OF NOTICE Rule 16, Ohio Rules of Juvenile Procedure Corinda Wilkinson, mother of J.W. and C.W., and Bradley Wilkinson, father of J.W. and C.W., will take notice that a Motion for Legal Custody has been filed in the Wood County, Ohio, Juvenile Court, as to case number 2025 JZ 0596 and 2025 JZ 0597. This motion is set for hearing on May 19, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., at the Wood County Juvenile Court, 1032 South Dunbridge Road, Bowling Green, Ohio. Corinda Wilkinson, last known address: 13885 Creekview Dr. Lot 46, Rudolph, Ohio 43462, and Bradley Wilkinson, last known address: 13885 Creekview Dr. Lot 46, Rudolph, Ohio 43462 are ordered to appear before the Wood County Juvenile Court on said date and show cause why the complaints prayer should not be granted. You are hereby notified that any party is entitled to a lawyer in all proceedings in Juvenile Court. If a party cannot afford a lawyer and meets certain requirements, the Court will appoint one upon request. If you wish to have a lawyer but believe you cannot afford one, contact the Wood County Juvenile Court at (419) 352-3554 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. An adjudication of dependency, neglect, or abuse may result in the granting of permanent custody, which permanently takes from the parent all parental rights, duties, privileges, and obligations, including the right to consent to an adoption of the child. DAVID E. WOESSNER, Juvenile Judge MACKENZIE ANGELONE, Deputy Clerk #341 - May 9, 2026