Learn about Ohio's exceptions to sealing criminal records under ORC 2953.36, including specific convictions that cannot be sealed.
Ohio Revised Code Section 2953.36 outlines exceptions to the sealing of criminal records. Certain convictions, such as those involving mandatory prison terms, specific offenses, or victims under 18, are not eligible for record sealing under this law.
Convictions involving mandatory prison terms, certain violent offenses, and crimes against minors are excluded from sealing under ORC 2953.36.
Not if it falls under the specific exceptions listed, such as offenses involving victims under 18 or certain violent crimes.
Some municipal ordinance violations are excluded, especially if they are similar to certain criminal offenses listed in the law.
Convictions under section 2907.07 or similar municipal violations made after October 10, 2007, are generally not eligible for sealing.
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In simple terms: Learn about Ohio's exceptions to sealing criminal records under ORC 2953.36, including specific convictions that cannot be sealed.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.