Ohio § 2967.021
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2967.021, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2967.021.
(A) Chapter 2967. of the Revised Code, as it existed prior to July 1, 1996, applies to
a person upon whom a court imposed a term of imprisonment prior to July 1, 1996, and
a person upon whom a court, on or after July 1, 1996, and in accordance with law existing
prior to July 1, 1996, imposed a term of imprisonment for an offense that was committed
prior to July 1, 1996. (B) Chapter 2967. of the Revised Code, as it exists on and after July 1, 1996, applies
to a person upon whom a court imposed a stated prison term for an offense committed
on or after July 1, 1996, subject to division (C) of this section. (C) Section 2967.271 of the Revised Code , and other provisions of Chapter 2967. of the Revised Code, as they exist on and
after the effective date of this amendment, apply to a person who is sentenced to
a non-life felony indefinite prison term.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2967.021
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2967.021 cover?
Section 2967.021 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 § 2967.021?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 2967.021" (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 § 2967.021 apply to my situation?
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