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Introduced
02/17/2026
02/17/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
136th General Assembly
Bill Summary
To amend sections 2929.12, 2929.15, and 2929.25 of the Revised Code to prohibit a sentencing court from imposing, as a condition of community control, a requirement that the offender admit guilt if the offender was found guilty after entering an Alford plea and to name this act the Alford Plea Fairness Act.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the Alford Plea Fairness Act, amends existing Ohio law to prevent sentencing courts from requiring an offender to admit guilt as a condition of community control if they entered an Alford plea. An Alford plea is a legal maneuver where a defendant pleads guilty but maintains their innocence, asserting that they believe the prosecution has enough evidence to convict them. This act clarifies that such a plea should not be used to force an admission of guilt as part of a sentence, particularly when the offender is placed on community control, which is a form of supervision and rehabilitation outside of prison.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to committee: Judiciary (on 02/18/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/hb705 |
| BillText | https://search-prod.lis.state.oh.us/api/v2/general_assembly_136/legislation/hb705/00_IN/pdf/ |
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