Ohio § 2937.46
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2937.46, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2937.46.
(A) The supreme court of Ohio, in the interest of uniformity of procedure in the various
courts and for the purpose of promoting prompt and efficient disposition of cases
arising under the traffic laws of this state and related ordinances, may make uniform
rules for practice and procedure in courts inferior to the court of common pleas not
inconsistent with the provisions of Chapter 2937. of the Revised Code, including,
but not limited to: (1) Separation of arraignment and trial of traffic and other types of cases; (2) Consolidation of cases for trial; (3) Transfer of cases within the same county for the purpose of trial; (4) Designation of special referees for hearings or for receiving pleas or bail at times
when courts are not in session; (5) Fixing of reasonable bonds, and disposition of cases in which bonds have been forfeited. (B) Except as otherwise specified in division (N) of section 4511.19 of the Revised Code , all of the rules described in division (A) of this section, when promulgated by
the supreme court, shall be fully binding on all courts inferior to the court of common
pleas and on the court of common pleas in relation to felony violations of division (A) of section 4511.19 of the Revised Code and shall effect a cancellation of any local court rules inconsistent with the supreme
court's rules.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2937.46
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2937.46 cover?
Section 2937.46 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.
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