Gov. DeWine Signs a Bill Into Law to Create Escaped Convict Program

Gov. DeWine signs a bill into law to create escaped convict program

The alert program was created to aid in the identification and location of an escaped convict from a correctional institution.

Ohio Governor Signs Bill on Escaped Convict Alerts

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine (R) said Monday that he signed into law HB-23, which creates a program for escaped convict alerts. It also indemnifies participating broadcasters and cable systems from being liable for any losses or damages from airing or...

DeWine Signs Bill Creating Statewide Escaped Convict Alert System

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has signed House Bill 23, establishing a new statewide alert system designed to quickly notify the public when a convicted inmate escapes custody. Known as the Escaped Convict Alert Program, the initiative aims to improve safety, strengthen communication among law enforceme

Ohio’s new ‘escaped convict alert’ law gives police a statewide tool to rapidly notify public

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