Ohio Office of Criminal Justice Services

05/25/2026

Today we remember and honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice serving in the U.S. military. Wishing you a SAFE Memorial Day!

05/18/2026

The Ohio Alliance to End S*xual Violence will host their Annual Conference on June 23-24, at The Conference Center at OCLC in Dublin. Register at

In 2026, our Annual Conference will serve as a cornerstone of Hope, Build, Thrive—a yearlong campaign focused on nurturing resilience, strengthening networks, and driving bold, collective action to end sexual violence. Hope, Build, Thrive speaks to more than a single moment; it reflects an ongoing...

05/15/2026

The Office of Criminal Justice Services recently recognized the newest law enforcement agencies to achieve accreditation through the Ohio Collaborative Law Enforcement Accreditation Program. Summit County Sheriff Kandy Fatheree explains why she believes all Ohio law enforcement agencies should pursue accreditation through OCLEAP.

05/15/2026

It is National Peace Officer Memorial Day. Today we recognize and honor those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

05/14/2026

This morning the Highland Heights Police Department signed up to begin the Ohio Collaborative Law Enforcement Accreditation Program. Pictured L to R: Mayor Chuck Brunello Jr, Ed Burkhammer (OCJS), Chief Dennis Matejcic, and Administrative Assistant Nancy Stoneman.

05/14/2026

Registration is now open for Gracehaven's Over the Edge skyscraper-rappelling charity event on June 12 in Downtown Columbus. Learn more and register at

Catch your breath, step up to the edge and rappel 26 stories down the skyscraper at 65 East State St. in the heart of downtown Columbus! The first 114 individuals who raise a minimum of $1,250 will earn a spot to go Over the Edge to End Child S*x- and Labor-Trafficking.

05/14/2026

Yesterday the Ohio Collaborative Community-Police Advisory Board held a meeting and two more Ohio law enforcement agencies joined the list of accredited agencies through the new Ohio Collaborative Law Enforcement Accreditation Program.

05/13/2026

The Office of Criminal Justice Services recently recognized the newest law enforcement agencies to achieve accreditation through the Ohio Collaborative Law Enforcement Accreditation Program. Ottawa County Sheriff Stephen Levorchick explains how being accredited shows the public his department is doing the right things for the right reasons.

05/12/2026

The Ohio Victim Services Bar Association will host a training on Victim Services and Ethical Considerations. This training was approved for 1 hour of general CLE credits and 2.5 hours of attorney professional conduct CLE credits. May 20 in Columbus.

05/11/2026

The Office of Criminal Justice Services recently recognized the newest law enforcement agencies to achieve accreditation through the Ohio Collaborative Law Enforcement Accreditation Program. Miami County Park District Police Department Operations Director and Ranger Supervisor Dan Weaver explains how being accredited benefits his department and the people they serve.