Ohio § 2929.024
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2929.024, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2929.024.
(A) In a case described in division (B) of this section, if the court determines that
investigation services, experts, or other services are reasonably necessary for the
proper representation of a defendant charged with aggravated murder at trial or at
the sentencing hearing, the court shall authorize the defendant's counsel to obtain
the necessary services for the defendant, and shall order that payment of the fees
and expenses for the necessary services be made in the same manner that payment for
appointed counsel is made pursuant to Chapter 120. of the Revised Code. If the court determines that the necessary services had to be obtained prior to
court authorization for payment of the fees and expenses for the necessary services,
the court may, after the services have been obtained, authorize the defendant's counsel
to obtain the necessary services and order that payment of the fees and expenses for
the necessary services be made as provided in this section. (B) Division (A) of this section applies in a case in which either of the following apply: (1) The court determines that the defendant is indigent. (2) The defendant is described in division (C) of section 2929.025 of the Revised Code and raises the matter of the defendant's serious mental illness at the time of the
alleged commission of the aggravated murder as described in that division.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2929.024
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2929.024 cover?
Section 2929.024 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 § 2929.024?
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Is this the official text of Ohio law?
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How does Ohio § 2929.024 apply to my situation?
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