Stark County Law Library

Our Legal Word of the Week this week is: Emancipation! According to thelawdictionary.org, emancipation is defined: "1) The act by which one who was unfree. or under the power and control of another, is set at liberty and made his own master. 2) freeing a minor child from the control of parents and allowing the minor to live on his/her own or under the control of others. Emancipation may also end the responsibility of a parent for the acts of a child, including debts, negligence or criminal acts. Sometimes it is one of the events which cuts off the obligation of a divorced parent to pay child support."

For more legal definitions visit thelawdictionary.org or stop by the Stark County Law Library and use our Black's Law Dictionary. Please note that definitions are provided for informational purposes and are not legal advice. There are no lawyers on staff at the Stark County Law Library.

The Stark County Law Library will be closed, Friday, June 19, 2026 in observance of Juneteenth. We're back to normal hours on Monday and look forward to seeing you then!

Did you get a 3-day eviction notice? Don’t panic. Learn more about the eviction timeline, process and what you can do to try to avoid eviction. https://www.ohiolegalhelp.org/eviction-timeline

Our Legal Word of the Week this week is: Docket! According to dictionary.law.com, docket is defined: "1) n. the cases on a court calendar. 2) n. brief notes, usually written by the court clerk, stating what action was taken that day in court. 3) v. to write down the name of a case to be put on calendar or make notes on action in court."

For more legal definitions visit dictionary.law.com or stop by the Stark County Law Library and use our Black's Law Dictionary. Please note that definitions are provided for informational purposes and are not legal advice. There are no lawyers on staff at the Stark County Law Library.

Check out our updated eBooks list! 📚💻📖 June was a big month and there are plenty to choose from! eBooks can be accessed through our website via the member research area. Just click on "Lexis and ABA eBooks" and follow the login prompts.
https://www.starkcountyohio.gov/government/legal___judicial/law_library/member_research.php

Free CLE opportunity with the Akron Bar Association!

⚖️🤖 Artificial Intelligence is transforming the legal profession—but are you prepared for the ethical challenges that come with it?

Join us for AI Ethics: Module 1 – ODC, the first session in the Gearinger & Becker Wellness and Ethics CLE Series. This FREE program explores the ethical responsibilities attorneys and judicial officers face when using AI for legal research, case review, document drafting, and more.

Learn about:
✔️ Ohio Rules of Professional Conduct and AI
✔️ Current case law and real-world examples
✔️ Potential ethical pitfalls and best practices
✔️ Emerging regulations impacting the legal profession

This 1.50-hour Professional Conduct CLE features insights from Karen Osmond and Angela Richardson of the Office of Disciplinary Counsel and kicks off a four-part series examining AI's growing role in the legal system.

📅 Module 1: June 18, 2026
🕛 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
📍 Akron Bar Association & Foundation
🎓 FREE Registration

Stay ahead of the technology shaping the future of law while ensuring your practice remains ethical, compliant, and client-focused.

Evictions are complex, but we can help! Check out all the resources we have to offer at communitylegalaid.org/eviction.

Our Legal Word of the Week this week is: Mediation! According to dictionary.law.com, mediation is defined: "the attempt to settle a legal dispute through active participation of a third party (mediator) who works to find points of agreement and make those in conflict agree on a fair result."

For more legal definitions visit dictionary.law.com or stop by the Stark County Law Library and use our Black's Law Dictionary. Please note that definitions are provided for informational purposes and are not legal advice. There are no lawyers on staff at the Stark County Law Library.

We will be hosting another car seat check event on Wednesday, June 10th, from 1:30-3:30! 🚗
Appointments are each 30 minutes - call to register to secure your spot!