Ohio § 3129.02
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 3129.02, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3129.02.
(A) A physician shall not knowingly do any of the following: (1) Perform gender reassignment surgery on a minor individual; (2) Prescribe a cross-sex hormone or puberty-blocking drug for a minor individual for
the purpose of assisting the minor individual with gender transition; (3) Engage in conduct that aids or abets in the practices described in division (A)(1)
or (2) of this section, provided that this section may not be construed to impose
liability on any speech protected by federal or state law. (B) Notwithstanding division (A)(2) of this section, a physician may continue to prescribe
a cross-sex hormone or puberty-blocking drug to a minor individual if the minor individual
has been a continuous Ohio resident since the effective date of this section and the
physician has done both of the following: (1) Initiated a course of treatment for the minor individual prior to the effective date
of this section that includes the prescription of a cross-sex hormone or puberty-blocking
drug prohibited by division (A)(2) of this section; (2) Determined and documented in the minor individual's medical record that terminating
the minor individual's prescription for the cross-sex hormone or puberty-blocking
drug would cause harm to the minor individual.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 3129.02
What does Ohio Revised Code § 3129.02 cover?
Section 3129.02 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 § 3129.02?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 3129.02" (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 § 3129.02 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Ohio can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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