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flag Ohio Rep. Andrea White introduces bill to digitize criminal data for faster, more accurate background checks.

flag Ohio State Representative Andrea White has introduced H.B. flag 689 to modernize the state’s criminal data system by requiring electronic submission of fingerprints and case dispositions from law enforcement, courts, and correctional facilities to the Attorney General’s office. flag The bill aims to improve background check accuracy and speed by eliminating paper-based errors and missing data, such as cases with dispositions but no fingerprints. flag It also addresses reporting gaps for non-charged arrests, grand jury dismissals, and juvenile mental health cases. flag Supported by major police organizations, the bill has not yet been assigned to a committee.

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