Ohio § 3113.06
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 3113.06, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3113.06.
No father, or mother when she is charged with the maintenance, of a child under eighteen
years of age, or a child with a mental or physical disability under age twenty-one,
who is legally a ward of a public children services agency or is the recipient of
aid pursuant to Chapter 5107. of the Revised Code, shall neglect or refuse to pay
such agency the reasonable cost of maintaining such child when such father or mother
is able to do so by reason of property, labor, or earnings. An offense under this section shall be held committed in the county in which the agency
is located. The agency shall file charges against any parent who violates this section, unless
the agency files charges under section 2919.21 of the Revised Code , or unless charges of nonsupport are filed by a relative or guardian of the child,
or unless an action to enforce support is brought under Chapter 3115. of the Revised
Code.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 3113.06
What does Ohio Revised Code § 3113.06 cover?
Section 3113.06 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 § 3113.06?
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