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Franklin County Prosecutor's Office
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Shayla D. Favor is the 52nd Franklin County Prosecuting Attorney.

If you have any questions or comments, please reach out to us at prosecutor@franklincountyohio.gov
Happy World Kindness Day! 💛 🌍 Today is a reminder that kindness is a powerful force for change. At the Prosecutor’s Office, we believe justice and kindness go hand in hand. When we lead with empathy and respect, we build a safer, more connected Franklin County.
November 13, 2025 at 2:25 PM
This National Gratitude Month, we express our gratitude to the Mid-Ohio Food Collective! Through the support of dedicated workers, volunteers and donors, they help keep families across Franklin County fed and cared for. And you can help too! Visit mofc.org to donate or volunteer.
November 12, 2025 at 3:28 PM
Today, we honor the brave men and women who have served our country, especially the veterans we are fortunate enough to call colleagues here in the Franklin County Prosecutor's Office. The freedoms we cherish are only possible because of the courage and sacrifice of our nation's veterans. 🇺🇸
November 11, 2025 at 2:11 PM
This Native American Heritage Month, we honor the history, cultures, and lasting contributions of Native Americans, including the rich heritage of the many tribes that have called Ohio home. You can honor this history too by visiting a heritage site in Ohio!
November 7, 2025 at 1:55 PM
Congratulations to Adria Fields, assistant prosecuting attorney in our Nuisance Abatement Unit, for receiving the James H. Epps, III Award for Longevity of Service to a Community! This award is a well-deserved recognition of Adria's 28 years of service to the Prosecutor's Office and the community.

November 5, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Mark your calendar for the Fair Chance Employer Symposium this Friday at the Columbus Urban League! Companies and business owners are invited to learn more about fair chance hiring and best practices for hiring justice‑impacted talent — a key initiative to help all Franklin County residents thrive.
November 4, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Tomorrow is Election Day! Get out to the polls and make your voice heard. What they say is true — every vote counts!

Polls are open from 6:30am to 7:30pm. If you aren't sure of your polling location, visit electionlink.franklincountyohio.gov/Portals/Elec...
November 3, 2025 at 4:04 PM
It was back to school for First Assistant Sheryl Prichard, only this time as the expert at the front of the class! 📚 Sheryl was invited to her alma mater Miami University to speak with Pre-Law students about the Prosecutor's Office and her work.
October 30, 2025 at 1:26 PM
Our team had a blast at the Fall Connection Fair last week! Community partners came together to share resources and Halloween fun, with candy, raffles and a costume contest. It was a fun way for our team to educate on Ohio crime victims' rights — all while dressed as Morticia and Wednesday Addams!
October 28, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Join the Franklin County community next Thursday for the All Hands On Deck Community Reentry Fair at the St. John’s Learning Center! More than 25 reentry, employment, housing, and healthcare providers will be on site to offer real-time assistance. The event is free and open to all!
October 17, 2025 at 1:15 PM
We'll see you next Tuesday for our Big Table conversation! Domestic Violence is a significant issue that requires organizations, agencies and community members to gather around the "Big Table" and come up with solutions!

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October 16, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Join us for our Big Table Conversation! It's Domestic Violence Awareness Month and our office sees firsthand the devastating impact of DV and the alarming rise in strangulation cases. Join us as we discuss the state of DV resources in our area and where we go from here.
October 14, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Happy Indigenous Peoples Day! Today we honor and celebrate the resilience, cultures and contributions of Indigenous peoples across the world, including those whose lands we live and work on here in Ohio.

🚨 Reminder that our office is closed today for the holiday and will reopen tomorrow at 8am. 🚨
October 13, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Happy World Mental Health Day! 🌎💚 Our office sees every day how mental health impacts individuals, families, communities and the justice system as a whole. If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 for free, confidential support 24/7. Mental health matters and YOU matter!
October 10, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Troy Locke, a Columbus drug dealer whose actions were deemed an “insidious example of profiting at the expense of others," was sentenced to at least 112 years in prison. He was found guilty on 13 felony drug-related charges after a six-month investigation that involved the rare use of a wiretap.
October 9, 2025 at 4:02 PM
We were honored to attend the Move the Box expungement clinic today! Attendees were able to start the process of getting their low-level criminal record expunged and truly start fresh. By removing the box that asks about a criminal record, we open doors to work, housing, stability, and dignity.
October 6, 2025 at 7:56 PM
Today is the last day to register to vote in time for the November 4 general election! Visit olvr.ohiosos.gov to get started.

Want to beat the lines? You can do early in-person voting on Saturday, November 1 or Sunday, November 2.

Your voice matters. Make sure to register to vote!
October 6, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Thank you to everyone who came out yesterday to light up City Hall in purple for Domestic Violence Awareness month! Our team was honored to participate in Wear Purple Day. 💜💜💜
October 2, 2025 at 7:47 PM
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October 1, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Ron Robinson was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility for parole after 38 years for aggravated murder, attempted murder, and weapons under disability.

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September 30, 2025 at 2:34 PM
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September 26, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Join us next Wednesday for an illumination at City Hall to kick off Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It's a time to bring to light the realities of domestic violence, honor survivors and remember those we've lost.

📆 Wednesday, October 1st
⏰️ 6:00 PM
📍Columbus City Hall
September 25, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Megan Farley, Director of the Grand Jury Unit, participated in a panel at the Ohio Center for Law Related Education's annual mock trial conference. The conference was a great opportunity for educators to hear from experienced advisors and learn how to put things into practice with their students.
September 24, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Suicide prevention involves all of us. Together, we can build a culture of connection, compassion, and hope. Know the warning signs. Check in with those around you. Speak up, reach out, and listen without judgment. Your actions can make a life-changing difference. 🩵💜
September 23, 2025 at 1:15 PM
A Franklin County jury found Jaheym Cheeks, 23, guilty of of five felony charges, including Aggravated Murder and Kidnapping. In 2022, police were dispatched to South Terrace Avenue and found Brylan Butcher, 14, dead from a gunshot wound to the head.
September 19, 2025 at 1:22 PM