State Representative Derek Merrin expressed his satisfaction as he announced the passage of House Bill 66 by the Ohio House of Representatives. The bill broadens the definition of “economic loss” in criminal theft cases and allows judges to include accounting and auditing costs incurred by the victim when determining restitution.“We must ensure theft victims are made financially whole. Criminals should bear the total cost of their crimes,” Representative Merrin emphasized.The current law only allows crime victims to receive restitution for economic loss directly caused...
