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HB705Introduced in the House

Enact the Alford Plea Fairness Act

IntroducedHouse Judiciary

Introduced by Josh Williams, District 44

What does this bill do?

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Official description

To amend sections 2929.12, 2929.15, and 2929.25 of the Revised Code to prohibit a sentencing court from imposing, as a condition of community control, a requirement that the offender admit guilt if the offender was found guilty after entering an Alford plea and to name this act the Alford Plea Fairness Act.

Where it stands

Referred to committee: Judiciary

February 18, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Introduced

  2. Referred to committee: Judiciary

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