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HB 296·OH·house

Delay offender financial sanctions until 180 days after release

Passed One ChamberFiled May 20, 2025
Sponsor: Melanie Miller (R)
Latest Action

Referred to committee

Mar 4, 2026

Summary

The bill amends Ohio law so that any financial sanctions—such as restitution, fines, surcharges or reimbursement costs—cannot be imposed until 180 days after a felon leaves prison or completes transitional control. It applies to individuals sentenced for felonies who would otherwise owe these payments immediately. The delay gives released offenders time to secure income before payment is required.

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