Medina Police Chief Ed Kinney is among Ohio law enforcement leaders urging state lawmakers to pass several public safety bills before the end of the year.
Kinney, who also serves as president of the Ohio Association of Chiefs of Police, joined Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson and other law enforcement organizations in supporting the proposed changes.
The legislation would address several public safety concerns, including:
- Tougher penalties for car thefts and vehicle break-ins
- Greater protections for seniors against cryptocurrency scams
- Improved reporting of missing persons
- Stronger monitoring of offenders released from prison
- Increased penalties involving child sexual abuse material, including AI-generated content
“These priority bills” would help protect Ohioans and strengthen public safety, Kinney said in a statement supporting the legislation.
The law enforcement groups are asking legislators to take action before the current General Assembly wraps up its work at the end of the year.
The proposals still require legislative approval before becoming law.
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