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OH SB32

Bill

Status

Engrossed

5/3/2017

Primary Sponsor

John Eklund

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Origin

Senate

132nd General Assembly (2017-2018)

AI Summary

  • Amends Ohio Revised Code sections 2945.71 and 2945.73 to provide prosecutors an additional 14 days to commence trial after a person charged with a felony has been discharged due to failure to meet speedy trial deadlines.

  • Establishes that persons not brought to trial within required timeframes are eligible for release from detention, with the court authorized to impose terms and conditions on release.

  • Allows charges to be dismissed with prejudice unless the person is brought to trial within 14 days after a motion is filed or after the court determines the required trial time has expired.

  • The 14-day extension period may be extended at the request of the accused or due to the accused's fault or misconduct.

  • Repeals existing sections 2945.71 and 2945.73 of the Revised Code.

Legislative Description

Narrow scope of speedy trial rules

Crimes, Corrections, and Law Enforcement : Crime and Punishment

Last Action

Refer to Committee: Criminal Justice

5/16/2017

Committee Referrals

Criminal Justice5/16/2017
Judiciary2/8/2017

Full Bill Text

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