Before assuming the role of Franklin County Prosecutor, Shayla served as a Columbus City Councilmember, where she chaired the Housing, Health and Human Services, and Criminal Justice and Judiciary Committees. Her tenure was marked by initiatives designed to protect marginalized communities and promote equitable policies, including the landmark Housing for All legislative package, a comprehensive gun safety initiative, and reforms addressing housing insecurity, youth justice and public safety.
Shayla’s legal career began in the Columbus City Attorney’s Office, where she served as a zone attorney in the Environmental Division. Shayla developed key programs, such as the Receivership and Vacant and Abandoned Property program, to rehabilitate properties and revitalize neighborhoods. Her efforts transformed neglected spaces into homes for first-time buyers, reflecting her belief in the power of community reinvestment.
As Franklin County Prosecutor, Shayla is focused on building trust, promoting transparency and pursuing innovative justice solutions. She aims to address violent crime, support victims, and implement evidence-based programs that reduce unnecessary incarceration, minimize court involvement, and offer pathways to rehabilitation and opportunity. Shayla’s vision is rooted in the belief that a fair justice system can coexist with public safety and community well-being.
Born and raised in Dayton, Ohio, Shayla has called Franklin County home since attending The Ohio State University and Capital University Law School. She lives in Columbus’s Near East Side neighborhood with her husband, Corey Favor, and their beloved dogs, Hudson and Arizona.