Ohio § 2313.21
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2313.21, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2313.21.
(A) A person who is summoned as a juror and who has actually served as a juror in any
county of the state under Chapter 2313. of the Revised Code for two consecutive calendar
weeks shall be discharged by the court, except that the person shall not be so discharged
until the close of a trial in which the person may be serving when the person's jury
term expires. (B) A person who is discharged as prescribed in this section is thereafter prohibited
from jury service in any court of the state until the second jury year after the day
of the person's last service, except that in counties of less than one hundred thousand
population the court shall make rules in the county applicable to subsequent jury
service by persons of that nature. (C) Whenever the certificates of the clerk of the court of common pleas show that a person
is entitled to a discharge as prescribed in this section, the commissioners of jurors
upon request shall certify to that fact. No person shall be exempted from jury service for any reason, but a person may be
excused from jury service or have the person's jury service postponed in accordance
with Chapter 2313. of the Revised Code and the general statutes of the state.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2313.21
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2313.21 cover?
Section 2313.21 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 § 2313.21?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 2313.21" (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 § 2313.21 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.
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