Governor DeWine Signs Bill to Raise Penalties for Felony Domestic Violence Offenders

COLUMBUS –State Representatives Kevin Miller (R-Newark) and Jeff LaRe (R-Violet Twp.) are pleased to announce that House Bill 111, which raises Penalties for Felony Domestic Violence Offenders, was signed by Ohio Governor Mike DeWine. 

House Bill 111, championed by Miller and LaRe, will raise the penalties for domestic violence offenders from a “low tier” third-degree felony to a “high tier” third-degree felony. 

“I am committed to fighting for policy that makes our communities safer and stronger,” said Miller. “This bill is a step forward in defending survivors of domestic abuse.” 

The legislation will also create a presumption favoring a prison term for third-degree felony domestic violence offenses if the offenders knew that the victim was pregnant at the time of the violation.

The legislation will take effect in 90 days.