Slavery as a punishment for crimes is in the books in Ohio. Lawmakers have tried to change that for years

Over 150 years ago, the federal government put an end to practically all forms of slavery, but the 13th Amendment allowed an exception — slavery as a punishment for crimes.

Over 150 years ago, the federal government put an end to practically all forms of slavery, but the 13th Amendment allowed an exception — slavery as a punishment for crimes.