criminal justice reform

The Ohio Supreme Court’s Reentry Task Force released guidance on how the state can best support people leaving prison.

A first-of-its-kind analysis of Ohio appellate cases with allegations of withheld evidence is a window into what many experts consider a largely invisible national problem.

A criminal record can be a barrier to finding employment or housing. A law that took effect this year makes it easier to seal or expunge those records from public view.

A program is being launched in Cleveland Saturday to help people who have prior convictions with job assistance, housing, rebuilding credit and more.

A bipartisan bill, called the Sentencing Fairness and Justice Act. Under, would make it so non-violent offenders would be granted a release or reduced sentence if the Ohio General Assembly passes a bill that updates the laws on those offenses.

Research from the ACLU of Ohio said women are disproportionately in prison for drug crimes compared to men.

Building Freedom Ohio is asking policymakers to change collateral sanctions.

A proposed statewide ballot issue to change state constitutional laws on bail is gaining momentum while lawmakers consider other measures.

Gov. Mike DeWine, a Republican, said the change is needed because the Ohio Supreme Court made – in his opinion – the wrong decision in a recent case related to bail.

Ohio voters could see a measure on the November ballot that changes the way judges can address cash bail for people accused of crimes.