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Description:
Founded in 1937, the Ohio Prosecuting Attorneys Association is a private, non-profit trade organization that supports the state’s 88 elected county prosecutors.
Mission Statement:
The Ohio Prosecuting Attorneys Association assists county prosecuting attorneys to pursue truth and justice as well as promote public safety. The Association advocates for public policies that strengthen prosecuting attorneys’ ability to secure justice for crime victims and serve as legal counsel to county and township authorities. Further, the Association sponsors continuing legal education programs and facilitates access to best practices in law enforcement and community safety. The Association also offers information to the public about the role of prosecutors in the justice system.
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| Ohio Prosecuting Attorneys Association |
196 East State Street, Suite 200
Columbus, Ohio 43215
Telephone 614-221-1266 * Fax 614-221-0753
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Louis Tobin - Executive Director
Steve Hall - Assistant Director
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Steven Taylor - Legal Research and Staff Counsel
Diana Morris - Administrative Assistant |
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| 2026 OPAA Executive Committee |
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David P. Fornshell
President, Warren
Gwen Howe-Gebers
President-Elect, Henry
Steven D. Barnett
Vice President, Carroll
Christopher R. Tunnell
Treasurer, Ashland
Elliot Kolkovich
Secretary, Summit
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Julia R. Bates, Lucas
Kevin J. Baxter, Erie
Keller J. Blackburn, Athens
Paul A. Dobson, Wood
Jane M. Hanlin, Jefferson
Mathias H. Heck, Jr., Montgomery
Morris J. Murray, Defiance
Michael C. O'Malley, Cuyahoga
David W. Phillips, Union
Kevin S. Talebi, Champaign
Dennis Watkins, Trumbull
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2025 Members-at-Large (2026 will be posted when determined) |
Lindsey K. Angler, Guernsey
Matthew E. Crall, Crawford
Michael T. Gmoser, Butler
Jason D. Holdren, Gallia
Elliott Kolkovich, Summit
Charles T. McConville, Knox
Connie Pillich, Hamilton
Melissa A. Schiffel, Delaware
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Kyle L. Stone, Stark
Ryan D. Styer, Tuscarawas
S. Forrest Thompson, Medina
Jess C. Weade, Fayette
Ronald L. Welch, Muskingum
R. Kyle Witt, Fairfield
Eva J. Yarger, Van Wert
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2025 Alternate Executive Committee members (2026 will be posted when determined)
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Daniel P. Driscoll, Clark
Aaron Haslam, Adams
Matthew J. Muzic, Holmes
Shane Tieman, Scioto
Beth Tischler, Sandusky
2025 Committee Appointments
(2026 will be posted when determined)
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Executive Committee Meeting Dates
- January – Wednesday, January 22 – Hilton Polaris of Columbus(New Prosecutor Training)
- February – Thursday, February 20 - Athletic Club of Columbus - Legislative 10:30, Lunch 12:00, Executive 1:00.
- March – Thursday, March 20 - Athletic Club of Columbus - Legislative 10:30, Lunch 12:00, Executive 1:00
- April – Wednesday, April 16 – Hilton Polaris of Columbus (Spring Training) Legislative 3:00, Executive 4:00
- May – Thursday, May 22 - Zanesville Country Club - Legislative 10:30, lunch 12:00, Executive 1:00.
- June – Monday June 16th - via Zoom @ 12:00
- July – No Meeting
- August – Thursday, August 21- Delaware Golf Club - Legislative 10:30, Lunch 12:00, Executive 1:00
- September – Wednesday, September 17 – Crowne Plaza Cleveland (Fall Training) - 3:00 Legislative, 4:00 Executive.
- October – Thursday, October 23 - Granville Inn
- November – No Meeting
- December – Wednesday, December 3 – Hilton Easton (Annual Meeting)
Dates are tentative. Times will be posted when determined. Click location for a link to Google maps or the venue's website.
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