Ohio § 2151.16
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2151.16, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2151.16.
The juvenile judge may appoint and fix the compensation of referees who shall have
the usual power of masters in chancery cases, provided, in all such cases submitted
to them by the juvenile court, they shall hear the testimony of witnesses and certify
to the judge their findings upon the case submitted to them, together with their recommendation
as to the judgment or order to be made in the case in question. The court, after notice to the parties in the case of the presentation of such findings
and recommendation, may make the order recommended by the referee, or any other order
in the judgment of the court required by the findings of the referee, or may hear
additional testimony, or may set aside said findings and hear the case anew. In appointing a referee for the trial of females, a female referee shall be appointed
where possible.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2151.16
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2151.16 cover?
Section 2151.16 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 § 2151.16?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 2151.16" (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?
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How does Ohio § 2151.16 apply to my situation?
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