Ohio § 705.83
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 705.83, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 705.83.
The department of public safety shall be under the supervision of a director who shall
be appointed by the mayor. The director shall have charge of the police, fire, health, charities, corrections,
and building inspection of the municipal corporation. All powers and authority over such police, fire, health, charities, corrections,
and building inspection are vested in the director. The director shall have charge of the administration of all infirmaries, and all
charitable, correctional, and penal institutions. He shall make such rules as are necessary and proper, consistent with the minimum
standards for jails in Ohio promulgated by the department of rehabilitation and correction,
for the employment, discipline, instructions, education, reformation, and for the
conditional release and return of all prisoners confined in any penal institution
under his control.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 705.83
What does Ohio Revised Code § 705.83 cover?
Section 705.83 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 § 705.83?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 705.83" (Ohio). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Ohio law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Ohio official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Ohio attorney.
How does Ohio § 705.83 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Ohio can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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