Ohio § 2909.09
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2909.09, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2909.09.
(A) As used in this section: (1) “ Highway ” means any highway as defined in section 4511.01 of the Revised Code or any lane, road, street, alley, bridge, or overpass. (2) “Alley,” “street,” “streetcar,” “trackless trolley,” and “vehicle” have the same
meanings as in section 4511.01 of the Revised Code . (3) “Vessel” and “waters in this state” have the same meanings as in section 1546.01 of the Revised Code . (B) No person shall knowingly, and by any means, drop or throw any object at, onto, or
in the path of any of the following: (1) Any vehicle, streetcar, or trackless trolley on a highway; (2) Any boat or vessel on any of the waters in this state. (C) Whoever violates this section is guilty of vehicular vandalism. Except as otherwise provided in this division, vehicular vandalism is a misdemeanor
of the first degree. Except as otherwise provided in this division, if the violation of this section
creates a substantial risk of physical harm to any person or the violation of this
section causes serious physical harm to property, vehicular vandalism is a felony
of the fourth degree. Except as otherwise provided in this division, if the violation of this section
causes physical harm to any person, vehicular vandalism is a felony of the third degree. If the violation of this section causes serious physical harm to any person, vehicular
vandalism is a felony of the second degree.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2909.09
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2909.09 cover?
Section 2909.09 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 § 2909.09?
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Is this the official text of Ohio law?
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