Ohio § 909.05
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 909.05, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 909.05.
To enforce sections 909.01 to 909.18 of the Revised Code , the director of agriculture or his authorized representatives, during daylight hours,
shall have access to and egress from any apiary or to any premises, buildings, or
any other place, public or private, in which he has reason to believe that bees, including
Africanized honey bees, honey, wax, used hives, or used equipment is kept. During the inspection, the director or his representative may inspect bee colonies
to determine their condition and health, take samples for disease diagnosis or race
determination, decide if live colonies exist for apiary registration purposes, and
control or eradicate serious bee diseases and Africanized honey bees. If the director or his representative is denied access to any premises where access
is sought for the purposes of this section, he may apply to any court of competent
jurisdiction for a search warrant authorizing access to the premises for those purposes. The court, upon receiving the application, may issue the search warrant for the
purposes requested.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 909.05
What does Ohio Revised Code § 909.05 cover?
Section 909.05 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 § 909.05?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 909.05" (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 § 909.05 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.
Sources & Verification
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