Joe Deters | Ohio Supreme Court
 
 

Serving on the Ohio Supreme Court has been a welcomed, new challenge and I cannot thank my colleagues and support staff enough for their help with everything.

 

As Justice, my chief responsibility is to respect and honor the rule of law and the Supreme Court’s role as a co-equal branch of government. I view the role of the Court to interpret our constitution while showing judicial restraint from influencing legislation.


 

As Justice, my priorities include:

  • Honoring the constitution by upholding the law

  • Centering my decisions around a strict interpretation of our laws as they are written

  • Standing strong for the safety and well-being of Ohio’s communities 

  • Maintaining positions as a strict conservative constitutionalist that value the rights of all Ohioans

  • Upholding the integrity and honesty of the Ohio Supreme Court


 

As a prosecutor for more than 24 years, my track record included:

  • Respecting victims of crime and their families; 

  • Enforcing the law to hold violent criminals accountable; 

  • Recognizing the difference between those who need a second chance and those who need restitution;

  • Remaining transparent and honest in the pursuit of justice.