Gov. Mike DeWine calls for end to Ohio death penalty

Republican Gov. Mike DeWine has stated that Ohio should abolish the death penalty. The term-limited governor, who has repeatedly postponed scheduled executions for several years, argued on Tuesday that available data demonstrates the death penalty does not serve as a deterrent for violent crimes, including murder. Consequently, DeWine is calling for an end to the practice within the state, reflecting his belief that the current system fails to prevent the occurrence of lethal offenses.