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HB490 • 2026

Expand postconviction relief re:DNA test showing actual innocence

Expand postconviction relief re:DNA test showing actual innocence

Passed Legislature

This bill passed both chambers and reached final enrollment, even if later executive action is not shown here.

Sponsor
Jean Schmidt
Last action
Official status
As Introduced
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

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Bill History

  1. Ohio Legislature

    As Introduced

Official Summary Text

Expand postconviction relief re:DNA test showing actual innocence