Ohio § 2943.033

Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2943.033, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 2943.033.

(A) As used in this section, “ person living as a spouse ” means a person who is living or has lived with the defendant in a common law marital

relationship, who otherwise is cohabiting with the defendant, or who otherwise has

cohabited with the defendant within five years prior to the date of the alleged commission

of the act in question. (B) The notice required under division (C) of this section shall be provided to a defendant

when the alleged victim is any of the following: (1) A spouse, person living as a spouse, or former spouse of the defendant; (2) A parent or child of the defendant; (3) A parent or child of a spouse, person living as a spouse, or former spouse of the

defendant; (4) The natural parent of any child of whom the defendant is the other natural or putative

natural parent. (C) Prior to accepting a guilty plea or plea of no contest to an indictment, information,

or complaint that charges a person with a misdemeanor offense of violence, the court

shall inform the defendant either personally or in writing that under 18 U.S.C. 922(g)(9) it may be unlawful for the person to ship, transport, purchase, or possess a firearm

or ammunition as a result of any conviction for a misdemeanor offense of violence.  The plea may not be vacated based on a failure to inform the person so charged regarding

the restrictions under 18 U.S.C. 922(g)(9) .

Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2943.033

What does Ohio Revised Code § 2943.033 cover?

Section 2943.033 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 § 2943.033?

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Is this the official text of Ohio law?

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How does Ohio § 2943.033 apply to my situation?

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