1. State and local government
The Ohio Constitution

2. The Original Ohio Constitution (1803)
General Assembly was the preeminent branch of the Constitution
Key judicial and executive officers were appointed by the GA (not elected by the people)
Governor had few specific powers
Ohio Supreme Court required to meet once each year in every county
Difficult to meet those obligations
Additionally, the state faced a heavy debt burden

3. Ch ch ch ch changes! Constitution of 1851
Major executive officials and ALL judges elected by popular vote
GA could not enact retroactive laws and all laws of a general nature must be uniform
District courts added
Instituted debt limitations, banned poll taxes, and required tax funds only be used for stated purpose
Still in effect today, though it has been amended numerous times

4. Framework
Simply put, the OH Constitution fits into our federal structure and must remain consistent to the basic principles of the US Constitution.
Outlines the powers and functions of our state government and provides the context for local government.
Its Preamble and 18 Articles fill up a 124 page PDF document.