The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation & Correction (ODRC) is a government agency responsible for the custody and rehabilitation of adult felony offenders in the state of Ohio. The ODRC’s mission is to protect the public by ensuring that offenders are secured in safe and humane facilities, providing services that will reduce recidivism, and implementing evidence-based practices that promote successful reentry into the community. The ODRC operates 27 state prisons, three private prisons, one treatment facility, and nine community correctional facilities throughout Ohio. It employs approximately 12,000 staff members and has an annual operating budget of over $1 billion. The ODRC offers various programs and services to offenders to enhance their chances of successful reentry into society, such as education, job training, substance abuse treatment, and mental health services. Additionally, the ODRC has implemented evidence-based practices, such as cognitive behavioral therapy and risk assessments, to reduce recidivism rates and enhance public safety. The ODRC is overseen by the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction Director and governed by the Ohio Revised Code, which outlines the legal framework for the department’s operations. The ODRC is committed to providing effective rehabilitation and treatment services to offenders while maintaining a safe and secure environment for both staff and those in its custody.