Ohio § 5101.702

Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 5101.702, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 5101.702.

(A) If an order is issued pursuant to section 5101.701 of the Revised Code , the court shall hold a hearing not later than twenty-four hours after the issuance

to determine whether there is probable cause for the order, except that if the day

following the day on which the order is issued is not a working day, the court shall

hold the hearing on the next working day. (B) At the hearing, the court: (1) Shall determine whether protective services are the least restrictive alternative

available for meeting the adult's needs; (2) May issue temporary orders to protect the adult from immediate and irreparable physical

harm or immediate and irreparable financial harm, including, but not limited to, temporary

protection orders, evaluations, and orders requiring a party to vacate the adult's

place of residence or legal settlement; (3) May order emergency services; (4) May freeze the financial assets of the adult. (C) A temporary order issued pursuant to division (B)(2) of this section is effective

for thirty days.  The court may renew the order for an additional thirty-day period. Information contained in the order may be entered into the law enforcement automated

data system.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 5101.702

What does Ohio Revised Code § 5101.702 cover?

Section 5101.702 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.

How do I cite Ohio § 5101.702?

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Is this the official text of Ohio law?

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How does Ohio § 5101.702 apply to my situation?

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