Ohio does not forbid the execution of the mentally...

Ohio does not forbid the execution of the mentally retarded but does forbid the execution of juvenile offenders. The state has life without parole. A jury decides the sentence. The Governor has the authority to grant clemency. All recommendations must be referred to the Adult Parole Authority for investigation and non-binding recommendation. The Governor cannot pardon those convicted of first-degree murder unless innocence is established beyond a reasonable doubt.