Ohio § 2152.53
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2152.53, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2152.53.
(A) Within fifteen business days after a motion is made under section 2152.52 of the Revised Code , the court shall do one of the following: (1) Make a determination of incompetency under division (B) of section 2152.52 of the Revised Code ; (2) Determine, without holding a hearing, whether there is a reasonable basis to conduct
a competency evaluation; (3) Hold a hearing to determine whether there is a reasonable basis to conduct a competency
evaluation. (B) If the court holds a hearing, it shall make its determination within ten business
days after the conclusion of the hearing. If the court determines that there is a reasonable basis for a competency evaluation
or if the prosecuting attorney and the child's attorney agree to an evaluation, the
court shall order a competency evaluation and appoint an evaluator.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2152.53
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2152.53 cover?
Section 2152.53 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 § 2152.53?
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