(E) Motion for definite statement. 12(E) "motion for more definite statement" is appropriate when the plaintiff fails to attach the edifying account or written instrument to the Complaint.(e) MOTION FOR A MORE DEFINITE STATEMENT. Grounds Asserted A party may move for a definite statement if the pleading is so vague or ambiguous that the party cannot reasonably prepare a response. Samuel Sonenfield and Joseph Kalk, Ohio Pleading Practice--The Motion to Strike and the Motion to Make Definite and Certain, 10 Wes. No technical forms of pleading or motions are required. All motions for a definite statement and all motions to strike shall set out the language, in full, sought to be stricken or claimed to be indefinite. The attorney for the defendant and the prosecutor shall fill out and execute the Report of. Parties using the Ohio Supreme. Court affidavit (appendix Form 2A) shall file a separate motion for an award of temporary orders (see Mont.