“There is a broad consensus in this country that people who commit crimes — non-violent offenses — because of the fact that they’re an addict, we all want to see them succeed. We want them to get clean, stay clean and be good members of society,” - Ohio Governor Mike DeWine
Governor Mike Dewine has signed a new bill aimed at giving Ohioans a second chance.
House Bill 1, scheduled to go into effect later this year, includes changes that allow people dealing with addiction the option to receive treatment instead of a criminal record.
Additional Bill Highlights:
Incarcerated women will no longer be required to wear shackles while giving birth
Ohioans are provided a quicker path to sealing conviction records for certain crimes
Record-sealing eligibility is expanded to include more crimes
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