Identity Theft Prevention Tips from the Ohio Attorney General's Office

Identity theft is a growing problem, especially among the college population. Learn a few quick tips on how to protect yourself from identity theft and what to do if you become a victim.

Professional Solicitor and Fundraising Counsel Registration Webinar

Nonprofit organizations sometimes hire consultants or professional solicitors to handle their fundraising activities. In most situations, Ohio requires these professionals to register with the Attorney General's Office before engaging in fundraising work.

Attorney General DeWine Visits Buckeye Boys State

Attorney General DeWine spoke to delegates to Buckeye Boys State on June 12, 2013. Sponsored by the American Legion, Buckeye Boys State is an eight-day hands-on experience in the operation of the democratic form of government, the organization of political parties, and the relationship of one to the other in shaping Ohio government.

Founded in 1936, Buckeye Boys State is the largest Boys State program in the nation with an attendance of 1,200 young men annually. Boys State programs throughout the nation are sponsored by the American Legion, the nation's largest veterans organization.

Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine Released the Recommendations of His School Safety Task Force

On June 7, 2013, Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine released the recommendations of his School Safety Task Force, including schools forming local partnerships with emergency first responders to manage school emergencies, and a template safety plan that includes information and best practices Ohio schools can use to build their safety plans.

Attorney General DeWine Releases Recommendations of AG's School Safety Task Force

On Friday Morning, Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine will release the recommendations of the Attorney General's School Safety Task Force at a news conference in the Ohio Statehouse. DeWine convened his School Safety Task Force in December to bring together school administrators, emergency first responders, and government officials to review Ohio school safety practices, including safety plan guidelines.

Ohio Attorney General DeWine, Ohio Department of Health Move to Close Zanesville Nursing Home

Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Health (ODH) Director Theodore Wymyslo, M.D., announced that they are working to close a nursing home in Zanesville. The move to revoke Autumn Healthcare of Zanesville's license comes after a covert investigation by the Attorney General's Office found evidence of suspected patient neglect. Multiple ODH inspections also revealed ongoing patterns of substandard care at the 100-bed facility.

Autumn Healthcare of Zanesville's license will be terminated in 60 days.

Attorney General DeWine's Demolition Grant Program

In February, 2012, Attorney General DeWine announced a Demolition Grant Program which will contribute $75 million in grants across Ohio. Attorney General DeWine's demolition program helps stabilize and improve communities by removing blighted and abandoned homes with funds from the national mortgage settlement reached in 2012.