The bill, known as the Repeat Offender Act, introduced by Representatives Williams and Willis, aims to amend various sections of the Revised Code to establish a repeat offender classification, modify firearm specifications, and increase penalties for specific firearm offenses. Key provisions include the creation of new sections (2941.1427, 2941.1428, 2941.1429, 2953.311, 2953.321, 2953.322, and 2953.323) that enhance the legal framework surrounding repeat offenders and firearm regulations. The bill also modifies existing sections, such as section 2953.32, to clarify the handling of funds related to the attorney general's office, and it broadens the scope of relief from firearms disability while modifying the Sealing and Expungement Law.

Additionally, the bill introduces significant changes to the expungement and sealing processes for criminal records, specifying eligibility criteria and the responsibilities of courts and law enforcement agencies. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining public safety while providing pathways for rehabilitation and reintegration for individuals with criminal records. The legislation also includes provisions for the imposition of mandatory prison terms for certain offenses, particularly those involving firearms and violent crimes, and establishes a framework for intervention in lieu of conviction for eligible offenders. Overall, the bill seeks to strengthen the legal response to repeat offenses and improve the management of criminal records in Ohio.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 109.57, 109.572, 109.578, 109.579, 2151.357, 2901.08, 2923.125, 2923.13, 2923.14, 2929.01, 2929.13, 2929.14, 2941.141, 2941.144, 2941.145, 2941.146, 2953.25, 2953.26, 2953.32, 2953.34, 2953.61, 4723.28, 4729.16, 4729.56, 4729.57, 4729.96, 4752.09
As Reported By House Committee: 109.11, 109.57, 109.572, 109.578, 109.579, 2151.357, 2746.02, 2901.08, 2923.125, 2923.13, 2923.14, 2929.01, 2929.13, 2929.14, 2929.34, 2930.171, 2941.141, 2941.144, 2941.145, 2941.146, 2951.041, 2953.25, 2953.26, 2953.31, 2953.32, 2953.34, 2953.39, 2953.61, 4723.28, 4729.16, 4729.56, 4729.57, 4729.96, 4752.09, 5120.035
As Passed By House: 109.11, 109.57, 109.572, 109.578, 109.579, 2151.357, 2746.02, 2901.08, 2923.125, 2923.13, 2923.14, 2929.01, 2929.13, 2929.14, 2929.34, 2930.171, 2941.141, 2941.144, 2941.145, 2941.146, 2951.041, 2953.25, 2953.26, 2953.31, 2953.32, 2953.34, 2953.39, 2953.61, 4723.28, 4729.16, 4729.56, 4729.57, 4729.96, 4752.09, 5120.035