Franklin County Prosecuting Attorney

I bring with me a simple yet powerful vision: to create a safe community where everyone—no matter their background—can live, work, and thrive. My intention is to address the root causes of crime, disrupt cycles of violence, and take a transformative approach to prosecution—one that invests in strategies supporting safe and healthy communities. Through transparency and accountability, my office will serve Franklin County residents with the justice they deserve.

Victim Assistance

Press Releases

Francine Matteson and the Prosecutor's Office recognized for CCC Involvement.

We would like to announce that the Prosecutor's Office and Francine Matteson have been recognized for our participation in the Combined Charitable Campaign (CCC) . Our office has been congratulated for achieving 100% of our goal and Francine has been recognized for her outstanding service as Coordinator. We were also awarded this year’s Circle of Excellence Award for participation in the CCC. Each year only one county department is recognized.

Evidence Management

Digital Evidence like body camera, cruiser and security video are common in almost every case.

See the Digital Evidence page for helpful information for Law Enforcement or Defense.

Matrix Upgrade Notice

Franklin County Prosecutor’s Office moved to a new version of Matrix the weekend of 11/22/24

See details here

Press Releases

Apr 01

Sharod Bowers Man sentenced for bringing modified pistol to Canal Winchester football game

Mar 24

Hussein Bilal & Abdulkadirshendy Ahmed Two BL-800 Gang Members Plead Guilty in Fatal Car Chase Shooting

Mar 13

Christopher O. Smith Columbus Man Sentenced to Nearly 60 Years to Life in Prison for 2022 Double Homicide, Felonious Assault

A New Era

I am honored to join the Franklin County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office and humbled to lead such an accomplished team committed to justice and public safety.

Throughout my legal and public service career, I’ve championed initiatives to protect marginalized communities and promote equitable policies. I intend to bring this drive, compassion, and ingenuity to the prosecutor’s office to make a true difference to the people of Franklin County.