Cuyahoga County Prosecutor, Michael C. O'Malley

Michael is originally from Brooklyn, New York. He earned his bachelor's degree from Kent State University and his law degree from Cleveland-Marshall College of Law. He currently lives in Cuyahoga County, Ohio and has two sons. In 2019, he earned the Ohio Auditor of State Public Integrity Award. Michael also serves on the executive committee for the Ohio Prosecuting Attorneys Association.

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Michael previously worked as assistant Cuyahoga County Prosecutor.

Michael O'Malley currently serves as the County Prosecutor in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. He was first elected in 2016 and is in his second term. Michael previously served as a Cleveland City Council member from 1999 to 2005.

Earned his law degree from the Cleveland-Marshall College of Law.

As an assistant prosecutor, oversaw civil and criminal prosecutions, presented pre-trial motions in court, prepared cases for trial, produced legal research, opinions, and documents, and conducted interviews with victims, witnesses, and law enforcement officials.

As a county prosecutor, oversees civil and criminal prosecutions, works with law enforcement agencies to gather evidence and investigate criminal and civil violations, and provides legal counsel and representation to state, county, and city officials in lawsuits against the government.

- Earned his law degree from the Cleveland-Marshall College of Law.
- As an assistant prosecutor, oversaw civil and criminal prosecutions, presented pre-trial motions in court, prepared cases for trial, produced legal research, opinions, and documents, and conducted interviews with victims, witnesses, and law enforcement officials.
- As a county prosecutor, oversees civil and criminal prosecutions, works with law enforcement agencies to gather evidence and investigate criminal and civil violations, and provides legal counsel and representation to state, county, and city officials in lawsuits against the government.

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Was "the first County Prosecutor in Ohio to adopt a fatal use of deadly force policy that designates an independent prosecutor is appointed when a peace officer in the county is accused of using deadly force against an unarmed citizen."

Supports transporting people suffering from a mental health or addiction crisis to a treatment center instead of jail.

Believes in reducing the amount of repeat offenders through diversion and second chance programs.

Believes in a "zero tolerance policy towards violent crime."

- Was "the first County Prosecutor in Ohio to adopt a fatal use of deadly force policy that designates an independent prosecutor is appointed when a peace officer in the county is accused of using deadly force against an unarmed citizen."
- Supports transporting people suffering from a mental health or addiction crisis to a treatment center instead of jail.
- Believes in reducing the amount of repeat offenders through diversion and second chance programs.
- Believes in a "zero tolerance policy towards violent crime."

Criminal Justice

As of June 9, 2025, Michael C. O'Malley did not have a website or any information online.

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Anthony is from Cleveland, where he still lives today. He holds both a bachelor's degree in political science, international relations, and philosophy and a law degree from Cleveland State University. He is married to his wife, with whom he has children. He is a mentor for College Now Greater Cleveland. He is a volunteer of The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland. 

Anthony owns Alto Law, LLC, where he works as a criminal defense lawyer. He previously worked for Cuyahoga County, where he held positions as a recruitment election official and an administrative assistant and clerk for the Republican Board Office. He is a former co-chairperson of the Outreach Committee of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel. 

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Anthony Alto's campaign for Cuyahoga County Prosecutor is his 1st run for public office. 

As the owner of Alto Law, LLC, Alto oversees finances and budgeting, shapes and enforces firm culture, helps attract new clients, manages and mentors legal associates, and guides growth in the firm’s legal practice areas.

As an attorney at Also Law, LLC, Alto researches, drafts, and files legal documents, and provides defense and counsel to clients, specializing in DUI law, family law, and criminal defense.

- Specializes in DUI law, family law, and criminal defense.
- As the owner of Alto Law, LLC, Alto oversees finances and budgeting, shapes and enforces firm culture, helps attract new clients, manages and mentors legal associates, and guides growth in the firm’s legal practice areas.
- As an attorney at Also Law, LLC, Alto researches, drafts, and files legal documents, and provides defense and counsel to clients, specializing in DUI law, family law, and criminal defense.

As of June 9, 2025, Anthony Alto did not have a website or any information online.

Anthony Alto

- County Prosecutors are attorneys that handle criminal and civil legal action for the people in their county. The County Prosecutor can choose the cases they want to take.
- County Prosecutors can also represent the state if the state is being sued. 
- They also have the discretion of whether or not to bring charges against arrested people, whether or not to seek jail time, or whether or not to send individuals to pre-trial diversion programs. 
- The County Prosecutor advises cities, townships, boards, departments, and county officials on legal matters. 
- County Prosecutors are elected to terms of 4 years. There are no term limits for this office. 