Attorney General DeWine Unveils Methamphetamine Container Program

Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine unveiled five new methamphetamine chemical storage containers that will help cut costs and save time associated with meth lab clean-up.

The units were installed as part of the Drug Enforcement Administration's (DEA) Authorized Central Storage Container Program and are now regionally located in the following locations:

• Athens Ohio Highway Patrol Post
• Canton Ohio Highway Patrol Post
• Lebanon Ohio Highway Patrol Post
• Columbus Police Impound Lot
• Putnam County Sheriff's Office

News Conference on Update on DNA, Drug, and Criminal Identification Initiatives

Attorney General Mike DeWine today will update the media on multiple topics including the hiring of additional scientists to test old rape kits, new legislative efforts to ban synthetic drugs, and new technology aiding in criminal identification.  Attorney General DeWine will also release the latest statistics regarding methamphetamine lab cases across the state. 

Youth Suicide Prevention News Conference (Overview Highlights)

Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine announced that he is partnering with the national Jason Foundation in an effort to help Ohioans identify and assist youth who are at-risk of taking their own lives. Attorney General DeWine made the announcement during a news conference with Ohio Representative Marlene Anielski (R-Independence) and the Ohio State University President E. Gordon Gee.

Youth Suicide Prevention News Conference (Full Video)

Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine announced that he is partnering with the national Jason Foundation in an effort to help Ohioans identify and assist youth who are at-risk of taking their own lives. Attorney General DeWine made the announcement  during a news conference with Ohio Representative Marlene Anielski (R-Independence) and the Ohio State University President E. Gordon Gee.

School Safety Conference Co-Sponsored by Ohio Attorney General's Office

On August 19th, 2013,Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine delivered remarks to attendees at the School Safety & Emergency Management Planning Conference in Columbus. The School Safety & Emergency Management Planning Conference was co-sponsored by the Ohio Attorney General's Office, Buckeye Association of School Administrators (BASA), and the U.S. Department of Education.

Attorney General DeWine released the report of his School Safety Task Force in June, which included a model safety plan for schools and other online resources. DeWine also directed the Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) to make Active Shooter training available to school administrators and teachers across Ohio.

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.