/tags/criminal-justice-reform criminal justice reform en-US Copyright Thu, 19 Sep 2024 08:25:00 GMT /section/the-ohio-newsroom/2024-09-19/an-ohio-task-forces-recommendations-for-supporting-reentry The Ohio Supreme Court’s Reentry Task Force released guidance on how the state can best support people leaving prison. Thu, 19 Sep 2024 08:25:00 GMT /section/the-ohio-newsroom/2024-09-19/an-ohio-task-forces-recommendations-for-supporting-reentry Kendall Crawford /news/2023-12-19/improper-conduct-how-undisclosed-evidence-can-put-ohioans-behind-bars 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. Tue, 19 Dec 2023 09:26:00 GMT /news/2023-12-19/improper-conduct-how-undisclosed-evidence-can-put-ohioans-behind-bars Matthew Richmond, Ideastream Public Media, Jake Kincaid, Columbia Journalism Investigations, Cameron Oakes, Columbia Journalism Investigations /news/2023-09-07/new-law-paves-an-easier-road-to-record-sealing-for-convicted-ohioans 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. Thu, 07 Sep 2023 08:21:00 GMT /news/2023-09-07/new-law-paves-an-easier-road-to-record-sealing-for-convicted-ohioans Kendall Crawford /government-politics/2022-08-26/new-group-aims-to-help-ohioans-who-have-past-criminal-convictions-on-their-record A program is being launched in Cleveland Saturday to help people who have prior convictions with job assistance, housing, rebuilding credit and more. Fri, 26 Aug 2022 18:27:40 GMT /government-politics/2022-08-26/new-group-aims-to-help-ohioans-who-have-past-criminal-convictions-on-their-record Jo Ingles /government-politics/2022-08-12/lawmakers-considering-bill-that-would-retroactively-reduce-sentences-to-match-future-reforms 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. Fri, 12 Aug 2022 18:10:02 GMT /government-politics/2022-08-12/lawmakers-considering-bill-that-would-retroactively-reduce-sentences-to-match-future-reforms Andy Chow /government-politics/2022-06-17/aclu-of-ohio-study-highlights-growing-issue-for-women-incarcerations Research from the ACLU of Ohio said women are disproportionately in prison for drug crimes compared to men. Fri, 17 Jun 2022 19:30:12 GMT /government-politics/2022-06-17/aclu-of-ohio-study-highlights-growing-issue-for-women-incarcerations Andy Chow /government-politics/2022-05-24/advocacy-group-gives-new-voice-to-formerly-incarcerated-people Building Freedom Ohio is asking policymakers to change collateral sanctions. Wed, 25 May 2022 01:38:41 GMT /government-politics/2022-05-24/advocacy-group-gives-new-voice-to-formerly-incarcerated-people Andy Chow /government-politics/2022-05-12/several-bail-reform-measures-on-the-table-for-ohio-lawmakers A proposed statewide ballot issue to change state constitutional laws on bail is gaining momentum while lawmakers consider other measures. Thu, 12 May 2022 17:03:39 GMT /government-politics/2022-05-12/several-bail-reform-measures-on-the-table-for-ohio-lawmakers Andy Chow /government-politics/2022-04-15/mike-dewine-supports-constitutional-amendment-to-change-rules-for-setting-bail 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. Fri, 15 Apr 2022 18:05:16 GMT /government-politics/2022-04-15/mike-dewine-supports-constitutional-amendment-to-change-rules-for-setting-bail Andy Chow /government-politics/2022-04-06/lawmakers-are-considering-a-constitutional-amendment-to-change-ohios-bail-system Ohio voters could see a measure on the November ballot that changes the way judges can address cash bail for people accused of crimes. Wed, 06 Apr 2022 20:50:33 GMT /government-politics/2022-04-06/lawmakers-are-considering-a-constitutional-amendment-to-change-ohios-bail-system Andy Chow