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In 1952, the General Assembly passed a statute that added to the attorney general's responsibilities, including trusteeship over Charitable Trust s, and legal advice to more government agencies. The act stated that the attorney general could prosecute individuals only if the governor requested so in writing. Starting in 1954, the term of office was increased from two years to four years.


LIST OF ATTORNEYS GENERAL OF OHIO, 1846-PRESENT


When the office of attorney general was first created, it was an appointed office. Starting in 1852, the office of attorney general became an elected office.


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