Ohio § 2945.72
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2945.72, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2945.72.
The time within which an accused must be brought to trial, or, in the case of felony,
to preliminary hearing and trial, may be extended only by the following: (A) Any period during which the accused is unavailable for hearing or trial, by reason
of other criminal proceedings against the accused, within or outside the state, by
reason of confinement in another state, or by reason of the pendency of extradition
proceedings, provided that the prosecution exercises reasonable diligence to secure
availability of the accused; (B) Any period during which the accused is mentally incompetent to stand trial or during
which the accused's mental competence to stand trial is being determined, or any period
during which the accused is physically incapable of standing trial; (C) Any period of delay necessitated by the accused's lack of counsel, provided that
such delay is not occasioned by any lack of diligence in providing counsel to an indigent
accused upon the accused's request as required by law; (D) Any period of delay occasioned by the neglect or improper act of the accused; (E) Any period of delay necessitated by reason of a plea in bar or abatement, motion,
proceeding, or action made or instituted by the accused; (F) Any period of delay necessitated by a removal or change of venue pursuant to law; (G) Any period during which trial is stayed pursuant to an express statutory requirement,
or pursuant to an order of another court competent to issue such order; (H) The period of any continuance granted on the accused's own motion, and the period
of any reasonable continuance granted other than upon the accused's own motion; (I) Any period during which an appeal filed pursuant to section 2945.67 of the Revised Code is pending; (J) Any period during which an appeal or petition for a writ filed pursuant to section 2930.19 of the Revised Code is pending.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2945.72
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2945.72 cover?
Section 2945.72 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 § 2945.72?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 2945.72" (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 § 2945.72 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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