OH SB312

Creates a Domestic Relations Division in Hardin County Court of Common Pleas, with judges taking office January 1, 2023 and February 9, 2027, handling juvenile, domestic relations, and probate matters.

Modifies reimbursement provisions for assigned municipal and county court judges, clarifying state vs. county/local payment responsibilities for per diem compensation.

Requires Columbiana County prosecuting attorney to prosecute all violations of state law arising in the county, except those in East Liverpool, Liverpool township, or St. Clair township.

Updates judicial assignment procedures for Ohio's court system, particularly affecting sections 1901.123, 1901.34, 1907.143, 2151.07, 2301.02, and 2301.03 of the Revised Code.

Declares this an emergency measure to reduce burden on chief legal officers in East Liverpool, Liverpool township, and St. Clair township, effective immediately.