Ohio § 2909.30

Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2909.30, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 2909.30.

(A) A judge of a court of record shall direct the clerk of that court to notify the immigration

and customs enforcement section of the United States department of homeland security

when a suspected alien has been convicted of or pleaded guilty to a felony. (B) The department of rehabilitation and correction monthly shall compile a list of suspected

aliens who are serving a prison term.  The list shall include the earliest possible date of release of the offender, whether

through expiration of prison term, parole, or other means.  The department shall provide a copy of the list to the immigration and customs enforcement

section of the United States department of homeland security for the section to determine

whether it wishes custody of the suspected alien.  If the immigration and customs enforcement section indicates it wishes custody,

the department of rehabilitation and correction is responsible for the suspected alien

until the section takes custody. (C) The department of rehabilitation and correction, pursuant to a valid detainer lodged

against an alien who is not legally present in the United States and who has been

convicted of or pleaded guilty to a felony, shall transfer that alien to the custody

of the immigration and enforcement section of the United States department of homeland

security upon completion of the alien's prison term. (D) As used in this section, “ alien ” means an individual who is not a citizen of the United States.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2909.30

What does Ohio Revised Code § 2909.30 cover?

Section 2909.30 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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