On Appeal, Justice Delayed could be Justice Denied
In Ohio's Second Appellate District, it is not unusual for an appeal to take a year from the notice of appeal to a decision. So if you or your client is serving a "short" sentence, you should look into "suspending execution of the sentence" (getting a stay) and getting on the accelerated calendar if you think you could win the appeal.
Ohio's Appellate Rule 8 deals with suspension of execution of a sentence pending review on appeal. It explains how a stay must be sought in the trial court before asking the court of appeals. App R 8(B). And local rules should be consulted for how to get your appeal on the "accelerated" calendar. For example, in Ohio's Second Appellate District, Rule 2.8(B) explains what you need to do to request that your appeal be expedited for review.
