Ohio § 2903.32
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2903.32, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2903.32.
(A)(1) No person shall knowingly circumcise, excise, or infibulate any part of the labia
majora or labia minora or clitoris of another person who is under the age of eighteen. (2) No person shall knowingly transport a minor to a facility or location for the purpose
of facilitating the commission of an offense prohibited by division (A)(1) of this
section. (B) Whoever violates this section is guilty of female genital mutilation, a felony of
the second degree. In addition to any prison term authorized by section 2929.14 of the Revised Code and any fine authorized by section 2929.18 of the Revised Code , the court shall impose on the offender an additional fine of up to twenty-five thousand
dollars. (C) This section does not apply to a procedure performed for medical purposes if the
act is performed by a physician or licensed health care professional and the act is
within the scope of the actor's license. (D) None of the following are defenses to a violation of this section: (1) Cultural or ritual necessity; (2) Consent of the minor; (3) Consent of the parent or guardian of the minor. (E) As used in this section: (1) “ Physician ” means a person authorized under Chapter 4731. of the Revised Code to practice medicine
and surgery or osteopathic medicine and surgery. (2) “ Licensed health care professional ” means an individual, other than a physician, who is authorized under Title XLVII
of the Revised Code to practice a health care profession.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2903.32
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2903.32 cover?
Section 2903.32 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 § 2903.32?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 2903.32" (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 § 2903.32 apply to my situation?
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