OH SB214

Persons convicted of violations under sections 2907.24, 2907.241, or 2907.25 of the Revised Code may apply to expunge records of convictions resulting from human trafficking victimization, except for convictions under sections 2903.01, 2903.02, or 2907.02.

Persons convicted of misdemeanors or fourth or fifth degree felonies may apply to expunge convictions where their participation resulted from being a victim of human trafficking.

Applications for convictions under sections 2907.24, 2907.241, or 2907.25 require proof by preponderance of the evidence, while other misdemeanors and fourth or fifth degree felonies require clear and convincing evidence of trafficking victimization.

For first or second degree felonies, courts must consider factors including degree of duress, offense seriousness, physical harm caused, time elapsed, likelihood of future prosecution, and current supervision status before granting expungement.

Upon approval, expunged records are treated as not having occurred and cannot be used for any purpose, including criminal records checks; applicants must pay a $50 filing fee unless indigent ($30 to state, $20 to county).