Ohio § 2152.52
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2152.52, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2152.52.
(A)(1) In any proceeding under this chapter other than a proceeding alleging that a child
is an unruly child or a juvenile traffic offender, any party or the court may move
for a determination regarding the child's competency to participate in the proceeding. (2) In any proceeding under this chapter other than a proceeding alleging that a child
is an unruly child or a juvenile traffic offender, if the child who is the subject
of the proceeding is fourteen years of age or older and if the child is not otherwise
found to have a mental illness or developmental disability, it is rebuttably presumed
that the child does not have a lack of mental capacity. This presumption applies only in making a determination as to whether the child
has a lack of mental capacity and shall not be used or applicable for any other purpose. (B) The court may find a child incompetent to proceed without ordering an evaluation
of the child's competency or holding a hearing to determine the child's competency
if either of the following applies: (1) The prosecuting attorney, the child's attorney, and at least one of the child's parents,
guardians, or custodians agree to the determination. (2) The court relies on a prior court determination that the child was incompetent and
could not attain competency even if the child were to participate in competency attainment
services.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2152.52
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2152.52 cover?
Section 2152.52 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 § 2152.52?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 2152.52" (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 § 2152.52 apply to my situation?
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