Ohio § 2949.222
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2949.222, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2949.222.
(A) As used in this section, “ seal a record ” means to remove a record from the main file of similar records and to secure it
in a separate file that contains only sealed records accessible only to the court. (B) The court promptly shall order the immediate sealing of records containing information
described in division (B) or (C) of section 2949.221 of the Revised Code and the person's participation in any activity described in the particular division,
whenever the records come into the court's possession. (C) If a record containing information described in division (B) or (C) of section 2949.221 of the Revised Code and the person's participation in any activity described in the particular division,
is subpoenaed or requested by a court order, the director of rehabilitation and correction
shall provide the record. If the court determines that the record is necessary for just adjudication, the
court shall order the director to appear at a private hearing with a copy of the record
and any other relevant evidence. The information is not otherwise subject to disclosure unless the court, through
clear and convincing evidence presented in the private hearing, finds that the person
whose identity is protected appears to have acted unlawfully with respect to the person's
involvement in the administration of a lethal injection as contemplated by the first
paragraph of division (B) and by division (C)(1) of section 2949.221 of the Revised Code .
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2949.222
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2949.222 cover?
Section 2949.222 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 § 2949.222?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 2949.222" (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?
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How does Ohio § 2949.222 apply to my situation?
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