Who filed the custody petition for R.A.?

Vanessa Clark filed the petition seeking legal custody of the minor R.A.

What happens if I do not attend the hearing?

The court may grant temporary or legal custody to the petitioner after testimony, potentially affecting your parental rights.

Court Notice — 602 7th Street, Portsmouth, Ohio (24CUS0086)

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A custody petition was filed by Vanessa Clark seeking legal custody of minor R.A.; a hearing is set for May 18, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Scioto County Juvenile Court. Parental rights and responsibilities may be affected if you do not appear.

Key Takeaways

Custody petition filed by Vanessa Clark for minor R.A.
Hearing: May 18, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.
Location: Scioto County Juvenile Court, 602 7th Street, Portsmouth
Failure to appear may result in loss of parental rights/input
Judge: Rebecca L. Bennett presiding

Published: May 13, 2026 · 6 days ago
Category: Court Notice
City: Portsmouth
Address: 602 7th Street, Portsmouth, Ohio · 17 filings

Case #

24CUS0086

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If you don't respond

If you do not appear on May 18, 2026 at 10:00 a.m., the court may grant temporary or legal custody to the petitioner after testimony, which can affect your parental rights and responsibilities.

What to do next

1
Attend the custody hearing
Appear at Scioto County Juvenile Court, 602 7th Street, Portsmouth on May 18, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.
2
Contact the court for questions
Call Scioto County Juvenile Court to confirm hearing details and procedures before May 18, 2026.
3
Seek legal advice
Consult a family law attorney immediately to protect parental rights and prepare testimony before the hearing.

Frequently asked questions

Who filed the custody petition for R.A.?: Vanessa Clark filed the petition seeking legal custody of the minor R.A.
When and where is the custody hearing scheduled?: The hearing is May 18, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Scioto County Juvenile Court, 602 7th Street, Portsmouth, Ohio.
What happens if I do not attend the hearing?: The court may grant temporary or legal custody to the petitioner after testimony, potentially affecting your parental rights.

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Legal terms in this notice

petition for custody: A formal request filed in court asking for legal responsibility for a child.
legal custody: The authority to make major decisions for a child, like education and healthcare.
temporary custody: Short-term custody order while the court considers permanent arrangements.

Full Notice Text

IN THE COURT OF  COMMON PLEAS  JUVENILE DIVISION SCIOTO COUNTY,  OHIO  602 7th Street,  Portsmouth, Ohio  45662  LEGAL NOTICE  IN THE MATTER OF: R.A.  CASE NO. 24CUS0086  MINOR CHILD - CUSTODY  JUDGE REBECCA L.  BENNETT  TO:  Kristi Engle;  You are hereby notified that a petition for custody has been filed in this Court by Vanessa Clark. Said petition contains a request for legal custody of the minor child, R.A.  A custody hearing is scheduled May 18, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Scioto County Juvenile Court, 602 7th Street, Portsmouth, Ohio. You shall appear at the Court on the date and time stated herein as any Court action can have an effect of your parental rights and responsibilities. Absent objections and testimony from you, the Court may grant temporary/legal custody of your child(ren) to the petitioner after presentation of testimony.  JUDGE REBECCA L. BENNETT Common Pleas Court - Juvenile Division Scioto County, Ohio  PDT-458678 05-13;2026

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