Delaware County Prosecutor's Office, About

Melissa is from central Ohio. She earned her bachelor's degree from Ohio University and her law degree from Ohio Northern University College of Law. She lives with her husband, Nate, and their daughter in Berlin Township. They are members of Rock City Church.

Melissa previously worked as a chief prosecutor at the Fairfield County Prosecutor’s Office and as an assistant prosecutor in Wood County


Melissa A. Schiffel currently serves as County Prosecutor in Delaware County in Ohio. She was first elected in 2020 and is serving her first term. 

Has over 15 years of experience as a prosecutor.

- Has over 15 years of experience as a prosecutor.

Legal Experience

The Delaware Gazette, Schiffel to seek another term as county prosecutor

Support rehabilitation programs and specialty courts.

Said, "I’m not afraid to put the bad guys in prison."

- Support rehabilitation programs and specialty courts.
- Said, "I’m not afraid to put the bad guys in prison."

Criminal Justice

As of August 7, 2024, Melissa A. Schiffel’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Melissa A. Schiffel

Melissa A. Schiffel lives in Delaware County. She attended Capital University Law School. She and her family attend St. John Neumann Catholic Church.

Melissa A. Schiffel is the Delaware County Prosecutor. She previously worked as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney in Delaware County and as an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Ohio.

As of August 16, 2024, Melissa A. Schiffel’s website did not contain information on this issue.

- 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. 