Hold Criminal Zach Oyler Accountable
Hold Criminal Zach Oyler Accountable
The Issue
Stop Peoria Councilman Zach Oyler's Domestic Violence Incident "Disorderly Conduct" Record from Expungement
Current Peoria Councilman Zach Oyler and his legal team are attempting to expunge his 2019 "Disorderly Conduct" record from a domestic violence incident with his ex-wife, Heather Bean Oyler.
Who is impacted?
The people of Peoria, Central Illinois, and all victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence.
What is at stake?
If the expungement if granted, this will demonstrate how politicians and people in power are not held accountable for their violent, criminal actions and can erase such criminal records for advancement.
Why is the time to act now?
The expungement court date is scheduled for August 6th, 2025. We, the people of Peoria and Central Illinois, want our opposition to be known to our local judges and community, that we will hold all abusers and criminals in power accountable.
Info you need to know:
On July 29th, 2019, Heather Bean Olyer called 911 after fearing for her life from her husband. Regardless of evidence, Oyler was not charged with domestic battery and interfering with a report of domestic violence, but lesser charges of Disorderly Conduct through an Alford Plea, where the defendant acknowledges that the prosecution has enough evidence to convict them if the case went to trial.
In her recent opposition letter, Heather shares, "This was not a minor incident, nor was it without consequence to me, my family, or my long-term health and well-being. This was a criminal matter—an act of violence—that led to an arrest, court proceedings, and ultimately a conviction via Alford plea. Allowing this case to be erased from public record is not justice."
According to the National Domestic Violence Hotline, 1 in 4 women (24.3%) and 1 in 7 men (13.8%) aged 18 and older in the US have been the victim of severe physical violence by an intimate partner in their lifetime.(Black, M.C., Basile, K.C., Breiding, M.J., Smith, S.G., Walters, M.L., Merrick, M.T., Chen, J., & Stevens, M.R. (2011). The National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey (NISVS): 2010 Summary Report. Atlanta, GA: National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.)
Heather explains her tragic experience, similar to other victims and survivors of domestic violence, where she was controlled by her abuser's power and discouraged from speaking out: "I also want to clarify something important that is often misunderstood or used against me: The reason why I originally asked the charges to be dropped. I did not ask for this because I changed my mind or believed my abuser was innocent. I was terrified for my life and safety. I was heavily gaslit, emotionally manipulated, while under constant surveillance and control.
I was not safe in my home or in my daily life. After the arrest, I was pressured by my abuser, his legal team, and our shared social circles to recant... I was isolated, monitored, and emotionally manipulated on a daily basis. This wasn’t just controlling—it was calculated. He was trying to make sure I would not testify so the trial would be thrown out due to lack of a witness. He actively concealed and tampered with me as a witness."
Healther continues, "Furthermore, allowing this case to be erased will make it significantly harder for future victims—mine or others—to come forward. When survivors see their abuser’s record wiped clean, it discourages reporting and reinforces the belief that speaking out comes with risk, retaliation, and ultimately, no justice.
We, the people of Peoria and Central Illinois, hold our politicians and all community members accountable against violence and corruption. By allowing the expungement of Oyler's records, this shows that people in power can manipulate the system for further advancement. This record should follow Oyler for any future campaigns so his constituents know what kind of person he is.
Take more action:
Make your voice heard by emailing, mailing a letter or phone call to:
Honorable Jodi M. Hoos, Peoria County State’s Attorney
Dana Hughes, Assistant State’s Attorney, Civil Division
Ann Langenstein, Director, Family Justice Center
Sign the petition to stay updated for potential protests.
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The Issue
Stop Peoria Councilman Zach Oyler's Domestic Violence Incident "Disorderly Conduct" Record from Expungement
Current Peoria Councilman Zach Oyler and his legal team are attempting to expunge his 2019 "Disorderly Conduct" record from a domestic violence incident with his ex-wife, Heather Bean Oyler.
Who is impacted?
The people of Peoria, Central Illinois, and all victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence.
What is at stake?
If the expungement if granted, this will demonstrate how politicians and people in power are not held accountable for their violent, criminal actions and can erase such criminal records for advancement.
Why is the time to act now?
The expungement court date is scheduled for August 6th, 2025. We, the people of Peoria and Central Illinois, want our opposition to be known to our local judges and community, that we will hold all abusers and criminals in power accountable.
Info you need to know:
On July 29th, 2019, Heather Bean Olyer called 911 after fearing for her life from her husband. Regardless of evidence, Oyler was not charged with domestic battery and interfering with a report of domestic violence, but lesser charges of Disorderly Conduct through an Alford Plea, where the defendant acknowledges that the prosecution has enough evidence to convict them if the case went to trial.
In her recent opposition letter, Heather shares, "This was not a minor incident, nor was it without consequence to me, my family, or my long-term health and well-being. This was a criminal matter—an act of violence—that led to an arrest, court proceedings, and ultimately a conviction via Alford plea. Allowing this case to be erased from public record is not justice."
According to the National Domestic Violence Hotline, 1 in 4 women (24.3%) and 1 in 7 men (13.8%) aged 18 and older in the US have been the victim of severe physical violence by an intimate partner in their lifetime.(Black, M.C., Basile, K.C., Breiding, M.J., Smith, S.G., Walters, M.L., Merrick, M.T., Chen, J., & Stevens, M.R. (2011). The National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey (NISVS): 2010 Summary Report. Atlanta, GA: National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.)
Heather explains her tragic experience, similar to other victims and survivors of domestic violence, where she was controlled by her abuser's power and discouraged from speaking out: "I also want to clarify something important that is often misunderstood or used against me: The reason why I originally asked the charges to be dropped. I did not ask for this because I changed my mind or believed my abuser was innocent. I was terrified for my life and safety. I was heavily gaslit, emotionally manipulated, while under constant surveillance and control.
I was not safe in my home or in my daily life. After the arrest, I was pressured by my abuser, his legal team, and our shared social circles to recant... I was isolated, monitored, and emotionally manipulated on a daily basis. This wasn’t just controlling—it was calculated. He was trying to make sure I would not testify so the trial would be thrown out due to lack of a witness. He actively concealed and tampered with me as a witness."
Healther continues, "Furthermore, allowing this case to be erased will make it significantly harder for future victims—mine or others—to come forward. When survivors see their abuser’s record wiped clean, it discourages reporting and reinforces the belief that speaking out comes with risk, retaliation, and ultimately, no justice.
We, the people of Peoria and Central Illinois, hold our politicians and all community members accountable against violence and corruption. By allowing the expungement of Oyler's records, this shows that people in power can manipulate the system for further advancement. This record should follow Oyler for any future campaigns so his constituents know what kind of person he is.
Take more action:
Make your voice heard by emailing, mailing a letter or phone call to:
Honorable Jodi M. Hoos, Peoria County State’s Attorney
Dana Hughes, Assistant State’s Attorney, Civil Division
Ann Langenstein, Director, Family Justice Center
Sign the petition to stay updated for potential protests.
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Petition created on July 9, 2025