Marsy's Law for Ohio

Marsy's Law for Ohio was passed by voters on November 7, 2017

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What is Marsy's Law?

Marsy’s Law for Ohio ensures that victims of violent crime have the same co-equal rights as the accused and convicted – nothing more, nothing less.

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Franklin County Prosecutor Ron O’Brien supports Marsy's Law in Ohio.

It's time we do something to ensure our criminal justice system is truly balanced. – AG Mike DeWine

Marsy's Law for Ohio gives victims the rights they need and deserve. – Ronda Blakenship

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Marsy's Law?

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Do courts have to appoint attorneys for crime victims?

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What are the victim’s remedies when a Court either denies or ignores a victim’s right under Marsy’s Law?

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Does giving notice of an opportunity to be heard in court procedures interfere with the court or slow the process down?

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Who pays for victims’ rights attorneys?

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Does Marsy’s Law apply to Civil Protection Order Cases?

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What happens when the prosecutor does not agree with the victim? For example, a domestic violence victim wants the charges dismissed or refuses to cooperate with the prosecution.

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Since the victim or victims have a constitutional right to speak with the prosecutor on demand, can they demand to speak to the prosecutor repeatedly without limitation?

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Are law enforcement agencies being trained on Marsy’s Law?

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News

Marsy’s Law for Ohio Endorses Ohio Issue 1

October 17, 2022

Today, Marsy’s Law for Ohio announces its endorsement of Ohio Issue 1 on the November ballot

A Closer Look with Sophia Fifner

September 27, 2022

Sophia Fifner is an advocate and activist for women and girls. For more than 15 years, she has served as a bold change agent for issues regarding sexual assault and civic engagement. To fulfill this mission, Sophia serves on the...

Training and education helps crime victims assert their rights

September 15, 2022

All 50 states have some form of a crime victims' bill of rights, and more than half - including Ohio - have amended their constitutions to include rights for crime victims. But that doesn't mean crime victims are automatically...

Ohio Crime Victim Justice Center address victim rights in free training

September 12, 2022

TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) -The Ohio Crime Victim Justice Center is offering virtual victim’s rights training on Thursday. The training will address victims’ rights in every stage of the criminal justice process, including hospital, investigation, prosecution, and post-conviction. The training...

Letter: Victims rights must be consistent in Ohio

May 18, 2022

National Crime Victims Rights Week will be observed this year from April 24–30. The 2022 NCVRW theme is “rights, access, equity, for all victims.”

A Closer Look With Deputy Robin Taylor

January 22, 2022

Deputy Robin Taylor has been with the Geauga County Sheriff's Department since 2006. She first began her career as a first responder, before becoming a deputy with the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). During her tenure, she trained members of...