On Wednesday, June 4, 2025, Daisy J. Renda filed an emergency petition for a writ of mandamus in the Ohio Supreme Court, alleging misconduct and procedural violations by Judge Stephen A. Bratka of the Greene County Domestic Relations Court. Renda, appearing pro se, claimed that Judge Bratka has engaged in a pattern of unconstitutional conduct, denying her access to the courts and equal protection under the law.
The petition cites ongoing issues stemming from Renda’s divorce case, which was filed in November 2023. Renda outlined several alleged failures by the court, including misdirected service of documents and unaddressed motions. She described her experiences as being marked by judicial bias and intimidation, particularly during a May 27, 2025, status conference where she claims Judge Bratka threatened her and displayed aggressive behavior.
According to Renda, the court has ignored over 35 motions she filed during the proceedings, which include requests for emergency support and contempt hearings. She asserts that her motions regarding discovery violations and judicial bias have been overlooked, while motions filed by the opposing party were addressed immediately. Renda emphasized that her attempts to participate fully in her case as a pro se litigant have been met with hostility and obstruction.
The petition also details a filing ban imposed by the court on May 6, 2025, which Renda claims was enacted without notice or justification. This ban has reportedly prevented her from filing necessary documents related to her case and responding to ongoing issues with the opposing party. Renda contends that this ban is retaliatory, imposed after she presented evidence of misconduct in the court.
In her request for relief, Renda seeks the reversal of the filing ban, rulings on all pending motions, and an end to what she describes as ongoing judicial misconduct.
A copy of the original filing can be found here.
