Ohio § 2947.21
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2947.21, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2947.21.
When a person is sentenced to a workhouse by the court of common pleas, the clerk
of the court of common pleas shall make and deliver to the sheriff a certified copy
of the judgment. The copy shall describe the crime charged and the sentence of the court. The sheriff shall deliver the copy to the officer in charge of the workhouse, and
the copy shall be that officer's warrant for detaining the person in custody. In case of such a conviction by any other court or magistrate, the court or magistrate
shall make a certified transcript of the docket in the case, which, in like manner,
shall be delivered to the marshal, constable, or sheriff to be delivered by the marshal,
constable, or sheriff to the proper officer in charge of the workhouse and be that
officer's warrant for detaining the person in custody. When a person is sentenced to a jail or workhouse under section 2929.24 of the Revised Code , the court shall certify a transcript of the docket in the case, and the court shall
deliver the certified transcript to the proper officer in charge of the workhouse
or jail, and the certified transcript is the officer's warrant for detaining the person
in custody during the prescribed period or periods.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2947.21
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2947.21 cover?
Section 2947.21 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 § 2947.21?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 2947.21" (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 § 2947.21 apply to my situation?
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