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Mental Health, Justice, and Second Chances | Columbus News
A former Ohio State football star, Marcus Williamson, 27, pleaded guilty to nine robberies in 2024 and faced a potential prison sentence—but Judge Sheryl Munson handed down a 19-to-21.5-year term with a twist: he won’t serve any time if he completes the RISE program for serious mental illness and four years of community control. Acknowledging his schizoaffective disorder and past failures, Williamson took full responsibility. The judge praised his two years of clean community time and questioned whether prison was truly the best path for recovery, ultimately choosing rehabilitation over…
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