Criminal Justice System

Columbus' "Buckeye Deflection" program is being funded with a $50,000 grant to help low-level shoplifters get connected to mental health services and food banks to address issues that drive them to steal.

A state lawmaker has introduced a robust bill to make several changes to Ohio's criminal justice system in hopes of tackling issues that have come close to becoming law in the past.

Issue 1 on the November 6 statewide ballot would amend the state constitution to lessen criminal penalties for drug possession. Proponents say that the…

For many years, political campaigns focused on cracking down on crime and locking criminals behind bars. The Criminal Justice Recodification Committee is…

For many years, political campaigns focused on cracking down on crime and locking criminals behind bars. The Criminal Justice Recodification Committee is…

11:00 At first glance, a get-tough-on crime policy seems like a no-brainer. But stiffer penalties for smaller crimes means more people end up doing time,…