Ohio § 2945.33
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2945.33, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2945.33.
When a cause is finally submitted the jurors must be kept together in a convenient
place under the charge of an officer until they agree upon a verdict, or are discharged
by the court. The court, except in cases where the offense charged may be punishable by death,
may permit the jurors to separate during the adjournment of court overnight, under
proper cautions, or under supervision of an officer. Such officer shall not permit a communication to be made to them, nor make any himself
except to ask if they have agreed upon a verdict, unless he does so by order of the
court. Such officer shall not communicate to any person, before the verdict is delivered,
any matter in relation to their deliberation. Upon the trial of any prosecution for misdemeanor, the court may permit the jury
to separate during their deliberation, or upon adjournment of the court overnight. In cases where the offense charged may be punished by death, after the case is finally
submitted to the jury, the jurors shall be kept in charge of the proper officer and
proper arrangements for their care and maintenance shall be made as under section 2945.31 of the Revised Code .
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2945.33
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2945.33 cover?
Section 2945.33 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 § 2945.33?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 2945.33" (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 § 2945.33 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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