Ohio § 2945.17
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2945.17, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2945.17.
(A) At any trial, in any court, for the violation of any statute of this state, or of
any ordinance of any municipal corporation, except as provided in divisions (B) and
(C) of this section, the accused has the right to be tried by a jury. (B) The right to be tried by a jury that is granted under division (A) of this section
does not apply to a violation of a statute or ordinance that is any of the following: (1) A violation that is a minor misdemeanor; (2) A violation for which the potential penalty does not include the possibility of a
prison term or jail term and for which the possible fine does not exceed one thousand
dollars. (C) Division (A) of this section does not apply to, and there is no right to a jury trial
for, a person who is the subject of a complaint filed under section 2151.27 of the Revised Code against both a child and the parent, guardian, or other person having care of the
child.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2945.17
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2945.17 cover?
Section 2945.17 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 § 2945.17?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 2945.17" (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 § 2945.17 apply to my situation?
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