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Justice of the Supreme Court of Ohio Term commencing January 1, 2027
2026 Ohio Justice of the Supreme Court of Ohio — Term commencing January 1, 2027 — General Election · November 3, 2026
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Official name: Daniel R. Hawkins
Office: Justice of the Supreme Court of Ohio — Term commencing January 1, 2027
Party or ballot designation: Republican
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Official name: Daniel R. Hawkins
Office: Justice of the Supreme Court of Ohio — Term commencing January 1, 2027
Party or ballot designation: Republican
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Justice Dan Hawkins was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio. He graduated from St. Francis DeSales High School and went on to receive a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Bowling Green State University. Justice Hawkins then returned home and earned his law degree from The Ohio State University.
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Justice Dan Hawkins was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio. He graduated from St. Francis DeSales High School and went on to receive a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Bowling Green State University. Justice Hawkins then returned home and earned his law degree from The Ohio State University.
After graduating from OSU Law School and passing the bar exam, Justice Hawkins was hired as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney at the Franklin County Prosecutor’s Office. Justice Hawkins spent 13 years as a trial prosecutor, the last 10 years serving as Director of the office’s prestigious Special Victims Unit. This unit specializes in crimes of violence against women and children, including murders, sexual assaults, child abuse, human trafficking, and internet child predators. As a prosecutor, Justice Hawkins personally took more than 100 cases to trial.
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After graduating from OSU Law School and passing the bar exam, Justice Hawkins was hired as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney at the Franklin County Prosecutor’s Office. Justice Hawkins spent 13 years as a trial prosecutor, the last 10 years serving as Director of the office’s prestigious Special Victims Unit. This unit specializes in crimes of violence against women and children, including murders, sexual assaults, child abuse, human trafficking, and internet child predators. As a prosecutor, Justice Hawkins personally took more than 100 cases to trial.
During my 20-plus years working in Ohio’s trial courts — both as a prosecutor and a judge — I have dealt with literally thousands of cases involving a wide range of criminal activity.
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During my 20-plus years working in Ohio’s trial courts — both as a prosecutor and a judge — I have dealt with literally thousands of cases involving a wide range of criminal activity.
With extensive experience as Director of the Franklin County Prosecutor’s SVU, a dedicated prosecutor, and a respected judge, Justice Hawkins brings unparalleled qualifications to the Ohio Supreme Court. His background equips him to thoughtfully interpret and uphold the law at the state’s highest judicial level.
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With extensive experience as Director of the Franklin County Prosecutor’s SVU, a dedicated prosecutor, and a respected judge, Justice Hawkins brings unparalleled qualifications to the Ohio Supreme Court. His background equips him to thoughtfully interpret and uphold the law at the state’s highest judicial level.
Justice Dan Hawkins was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio. He is a proud graduate of St. Francis DeSales High School and earned his Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Bowling Green State University. After completing his undergraduate studies, Justice Hawkins returned to his hometown to pursue his legal education at The Ohio State University, where he earned his law degree.
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Justice Dan Hawkins was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio. He is a proud graduate of St. Francis DeSales High School and earned his Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Bowling Green State University. After completing his undergraduate studies, Justice Hawkins returned to his hometown to pursue his legal education at The Ohio State University, where he earned his law degree.
Upon passing the bar, Justice Hawkins began his legal career as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney with the Franklin County Prosecutor’s Office. Over 13 years, he distinguished himself as a trial prosecutor, including a decade as Director of the office’s highly regarded Special Victims Unit. This unit focuses on prosecuting violent crimes against women and children, such as murders, sexual assaults, child abuse, human trafficking, and cases involving internet predators. Justice Hawkins has an impressive record, having taken more than 100 cases to trial.
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Upon passing the bar, Justice Hawkins began his legal career as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney with the Franklin County Prosecutor’s Office. Over 13 years, he distinguished himself as a trial prosecutor, including a decade as Director of the office’s highly regarded Special Victims Unit. This unit focuses on prosecuting violent crimes against women and children, such as murders, sexual assaults, child abuse, human trafficking, and cases involving internet predators. Justice Hawkins has an impressive record, having taken more than 100 cases to trial.
In July 2013, Justice Hawkins was appointed to the Environmental Division of the Franklin County Municipal Court to fill a vacancy. He was later elected to complete the term. During his time on the Environmental Court, he tackled issues related to nuisance properties throughout Franklin County, including abandoned buildings and drug houses that attracted criminal activity.
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In July 2013, Justice Hawkins was appointed to the Environmental Division of the Franklin County Municipal Court to fill a vacancy. He was later elected to complete the term. During his time on the Environmental Court, he tackled issues related to nuisance properties throughout Franklin County, including abandoned buildings and drug houses that attracted criminal activity.
In November 2018, Justice Hawkins was elected to the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas. During his time there, he earned high ratings from the Columbus Bar Association and recognition from law enforcement agencies and community organizations alike. Dan Hawkins' career in the courtroom led him to run for the Ohio Supreme Court in 2024. Justice Hawkins achieved an historic victory in that election winning by a margin of over 540,000 votes, earning the trust of nearly three million voters to serve all Ohioans. Outside the courtroom, Justice Hawkins and his wife, Amy, have been married since 2006. They reside on the north side of Columbus with their three children. Amy works with her family's business in Plain City, Ohio. The Hawkins family are long-time members of St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church in Westerville, Ohio, where they remain active in their faith community.
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In November 2018, Justice Hawkins was elected to the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas. During his time there, he earned high ratings from the Columbus Bar Association and recognition from law enforcement agencies and community organizations alike. Dan Hawkins' career in the courtroom led him to run for the Ohio Supreme Court in 2024. Justice Hawkins achieved an historic victory in that election winning by a margin of over 540,000 votes, earning the trust of nearly three million voters to serve all Ohioans. Outside the courtroom, Justice Hawkins and his wife, Amy, have been married since 2006. They reside on the north side of Columbus with their three children. Amy works with her family's business in Plain City, Ohio. The Hawkins family are long-time members of St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church in Westerville, Ohio, where they remain active in their faith community.
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Justice Dan Hawkins achieved a historic victory in his election to the Ohio Supreme Court, winning by a margin of over 540,000 votes and earning a total of 2,943,297 votes. His tireless work ethic and commitment to serving the people of Ohio drove him to visit every county in the state, solidifying his strong connection with voters and contributing to this remarkable result.
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Justice Dan Hawkins achieved a historic victory in his election to the Ohio Supreme Court, winning by a margin of over 540,000 votes and earning a total of 2,943,297 votes. His tireless work ethic and commitment to serving the people of Ohio drove him to visit every county in the state, solidifying his strong connection with voters and contributing to this remarkable result.
Justice Hawkins deeply respects the trust Ohioans have placed in him. He understands the responsibility that accompanies this overwhelming mandate and is honored by the opportunity to serve. Recognizing this position as a profound privilege, he is committed to carrying out his duties with diligence, integrity, and a steadfast dedication to justice.
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Justice Hawkins deeply respects the trust Ohioans have placed in him. He understands the responsibility that accompanies this overwhelming mandate and is honored by the opportunity to serve. Recognizing this position as a profound privilege, he is committed to carrying out his duties with diligence, integrity, and a steadfast dedication to justice.
Interpret and uphold the law faithfully at the Ohio Supreme Court.
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Carry out judicial duties with diligence, integrity, and dedication to justice.
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Supports Ohio judges considering public safety when setting bail, a requirement voters approved in 2022.
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Led a special-victims prosecution unit handling violent crimes against women and children, including sexual assault, child abuse, trafficking, and internet-predator cases.
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Created a neighborhood-cleanup program using court-ordered community-service work to address nuisance properties.
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Complete available exact Supreme Court of Ohio authored-opinion roles with selected highlights
The searchable archive contains 19 exact named judicial roles from official Supreme Court of Ohio authored-opinions indexes (16 authored opinions, 1 concurrences, 1 dissents, 0 joined opinions, and 0 explicit nonparticipations). These roles are not converted into assumed policy beliefs or an outcome scorecard.
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See all 19 recordsDaniel R. Hawkins is recorded as authoring the opinion shown in the official record for doe v. columbus.
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Case number: 2024-0056
Case name: Doe v. Columbus
Published role: Majority (M)
Case citation: 2026-Ohio-1095
Daniel R. Hawkins is recorded as authoring the opinion shown in the official record for in re rpa energy, inc..
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Case number: 2024-0236
Case name: In re RPA Energy, Inc.
Published role: Majority (M)
Case citation: 2026-Ohio-563
Daniel R. Hawkins is recorded as taking the exact judicial role shown in the official record for in re application of oak run solar project, l.l.c..
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Case number: 2024-1477
Case name: In re Application of Oak Run Solar Project, L.L.C.
Published role: Concur/Dissent (C/D)
Case citation: 2026-Ohio-1849
Daniel R. Hawkins is recorded as authoring the opinion shown in the official record for voss v. quicken loans, l.l.c..
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Case number: 2024-0257
Case name: Voss v. Quicken Loans, L.L.C.
Published role: Majority (M)
Case citation: 2026-Ohio-531
Daniel R. Hawkins is recorded as authoring the opinion shown in the official record for nc ents., l.l.c. v. norfolk & w. ry. co..
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Case number: 2024-0776
Case name: NC Ents., L.L.C. v. Norfolk & W. Ry. Co.
Published role: Majority (M)
Case citation: 2026-Ohio-1429
Daniel R. Hawkins is recorded as authoring the opinion shown in the official record for olentangy local school dist. bd. of edn. v. delaware cty. bd. of revision.
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Case numbers: 2024-0814, 2024-0815
Case name: Olentangy Local School Dist. Bd. of Edn. v. Delaware Cty. Bd. of Revision
Published role: Majority (M)
Case citation: 2026-Ohio-1963
Daniel R. Hawkins is recorded as filing the concurring opinion or statement shown in the official record for state v. clark.
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Case numbers: 2024-0401, 2024-0539
Case name: State v. Clark
Published role: Concur (C)
Case citation: 2025-Ohio-4410
Daniel R. Hawkins is recorded as filing the dissenting opinion or statement shown in the official record for in re application of notestine.
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Case number: 2025-0604
Case name: In re Application of Notestine
Published role: Dissent (D)
Case citation: 2025-Ohio-2415
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Committee: HAWKINS FOR OHIO
Master key: 15838
Published candidate: DANIEL
Published candidate surname: HAWKINS
Office: SUPREME COURT JUSTICE
District: 100
Party: REPUBLICAN
Report key: 486114658
Report year: 2025
Report: ANNUAL (JANUARY)
Date filed: 30-JAN-26
Contributions: 206822.61
Other income: 0
Expenditures: 144660.24
Balance on hand: 232545.38
Report key: 490926190
Report year: 2026
Report: PRE-PRIMARY
Date filed: 23-APR-26
Contributions: 59079.48
Expenditures: 41120.48
Balance on hand: 244779.38
Report key: 501513325
Report: POST-PRIMARY
Date filed: 12-JUN-26
Contributions: 31345.79
Expenditures: 18946.63
Balance on hand: 239219.54
Report key: 506555461
Report: JULY MONTHLY
Date filed: 05-AUG-26
Contributions: 145225.73
Expenditures: 0
Balance on hand: 403391.9
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