The Ohio 12 Point Appeal Petition is a legal document used to challenge the outcome of a traffic ticket in the state of Ohio. This petition is typically used to contest a ticket for a moving violation, such as speeding, running a red light, or illegal U-turn. This document must include the specific points of appeal that the petitioner wishes to argue in court, such as the alleged violation was not committed, the violation was not properly recorded, or the ticket was issued improperly. Once completed and filed, the petitioner's case will be heard before a magistrate or judge in a court of law. There are two types of Ohio 12 Point Appeal Petitions: Pre-Trial Appeal and Trial Appeal. A Pre-Trial Appeal is typically used to contest a traffic ticket prior to the scheduled court date, while a Trial Appeal is submitted after the court date has passed and the ticket has been issued. Both petitions must include the same information, however, the Trial Appeal must also include a copy of the original ticket.