Ohio § 2151.455
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2151.455, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2151.455.
(A) An emancipated young adult is entitled to representation by legal counsel at all
stages of proceedings conducted under section 2151.45 to 2151.455 of the Revised Code . (B) If, as an indigent person, the emancipated young adult is unable to employ counsel,
the emancipated young adult is entitled to have counsel provided pursuant to Chapter
120. of the Revised Code. (C) If an emancipated young adult appears without counsel, the court shall determine
whether the emancipated young adult knows of the right to counsel, and to be provided
with counsel, if indigent. (D) The court may continue the case to enable an emancipated young adult to obtain counsel,
to be represented by the county public defender or the joint county public defender,
or to be appointed counsel upon request pursuant to Chapter 120. of the Revised Code. (E) Upon written request, prior to any hearing involving the emancipated young adult,
any report concerning an emancipated young adult that is used in, or is pertinent
to, a hearing, shall for good cause shown be made available to any attorney representing
the emancipated young adult and to any attorney representing any other party to the
case.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2151.455
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2151.455 cover?
Section 2151.455 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 § 2151.455?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 2151.455" (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 § 2151.455 apply to my situation?
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