Ohio § 302.203
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 302.203, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 302.203.
If established under the provisions of Chapter 302. of the Revised Code, the department
of detention and correction shall assume all of the responsibility for the establishment,
maintenance, and operation of an adult detention and correction administration for
the county. Notwithstanding the provisions of Chapter 341. of the Revised Code, the department
of detention and correction shall assume all responsibility for county jails assigned
by that chapter to the county sheriff and shall make and promulgate rules and regulations
for the care and custody of prisoners and the maintenance and operation of the county
jail. Such rules and regulations shall be subject to approval of the joint session of
the court of common pleas.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 302.203
What does Ohio Revised Code § 302.203 cover?
Section 302.203 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 § 302.203?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 302.203" (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 § 302.203 apply to my situation?
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