We don’t write people off.
OJPC is a non-profit law firm that fights for those lacking support within the criminal legal system.
We demand equal justice and fair treatment for all people at every stage of incarceration — because a person deserves dignity after their conviction and freedom after their sentence.
We offer a spectrum of free legal services, programs, and resources for people in Ohio as they navigate the complex and often expensive criminal justice system.
With your help, we can do more
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As a nonprofit, OJPC operates and pays its staff thanks to the support of generous donations and grants. Every dollar allows us to continue to provide high-quality legal assistance free of charge — and to pay our employees a living wage.
Is a criminal record locking you out of life?
Our Second Chance Legal Clinics provide the best quality, most accessible legal advocacy, advice, and education to people with criminal records.
NOTICE: OJPC is now hosting virtual legal clinics in place of in-person clinics to keep our staff and our clients safe.
Register for one of OJPC’s virtual legal clinics here.
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Now live: Our new resource library!
Thanks to funding from the Ohio State Bar Foundation, our website now houses a resource library built to accommodate returning citizens, people with criminal records, students, and legal professionals.
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NEWS RELEASE: Bipartisan death penalty repeal bill introduced in Ohio
COLUMBUS, OH—State Senators Stephen Huffman (R-Tipp City) and Nickie J. Antonio (D-Lakewood) announced a bipartisan death penalty repeal bill Thursday morning during a virtual press conference. The Senators were joined by several colleagues from both the House and Senate including Senator Kristina Roegner (R-Hudson), Senator Niraj Antani (R-Miami Township), Senator Sandra Williams (D-Cleveland), Representative Adam […]
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