The bill amends sections 3905.83 and 3905.84 of the Revised Code and enacts new sections 109.861 and 3905.96, establishing regulations for charitable bail organizations in Ohio. It defines a "charitable bail organization" as one that solicits or accepts public donations to provide cash or surety bail for individuals charged with criminal offenses. The bill also stipulates that no charitable bail organization may provide bail for individuals charged with violent offenses, certain felonies, or those who have previously failed to appear in court.

Additionally, the bill grants the attorney general the authority to investigate civil violations related to charitable bail organizations and to initiate civil actions if necessary. If a violation is found, the court may impose a civil fine of up to ten thousand dollars on the organization and may grant injunctive relief. The bill repeals existing sections 3905.83 and 3905.84, thereby updating the legal framework governing bail practices in Ohio.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 3905.83, 3905.84