Ohio § 2938.11
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2938.11, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2938.11.
The trial of an issue shall proceed before the trial court or jury as follows: (A) Counsel may state the case for the prosecution, including the evidence by which he
expects to sustain it. (B) Counsel for the defendant may state his defense, including the evidence which he
expects to offer. (C) The prosecution then shall produce all its evidence, and the defendant may follow
with his evidence, but the court or magistrate, in the furtherance of justice and
for good cause shown, may permit evidence to be offered by either side out of its
order and may permit rebuttal evidence to be offered by the prosecution. (D) When the evidence is concluded, unless the case is submitted without argument, counsel
for the prosecution shall commence, defendant or his counsel follow, and counsel for
the prosecution conclude his argument either to the court or jury. The judge or magistrate may impose a reasonable time limit on argument. (E) The judge, after argument is concluded in a jury case, forthwith shall charge the
jury on the law pertaining to the case and controlling their deliberations, which
charge shall not be reduced to writing and taken into the jury room unless the trial
judge in his discretion shall so order. (F) Any verdict arrived at by the jury, or finding determined by the judge or magistrate
in trial to the court, shall be announced and received only in open court as soon
as it is determined. Any finding by the judge or magistrate shall be announced in open court not more
than forty-eight hours after submission of the case to him.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2938.11
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2938.11 cover?
Section 2938.11 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 § 2938.11?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 2938.11" (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 § 2938.11 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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