OH HB441

Establishes maximum parole officer caseloads of 50 offenders per officer, to be implemented within one year, with compliance required within two years.

Allows parole officers to elect membership in the PERS law enforcement division within 90 days of the bill's effective date, with prior service credit eligible for purchase.

Defines "parole officer" to include both adult and juvenile parole officers employed by the departments of rehabilitation and correction and youth services.

Requires the Department of Rehabilitation and Correction to ensure adequate parole and field officers and training to meet caseload standards consistent with American Probation and Parole Association standards.

Appropriates funds to cover the additional liability to the PERS system resulting from parole officers transitioning to law enforcement status and purchasing prior service credit.