Ohio § 3702.531
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 3702.531, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3702.531.
The director of health shall evaluate and may investigate evidence that appears to
demonstrate that any person has violated section 3702.53 of the Revised Code . If the director elects to conduct an investigation, the director shall mail to the
alleged violator by certified mail, return receipt requested, a notice that an investigation
is underway. When conducting an investigation under this section, the director may request any
relevant information pertaining to the alleged violation, including the total operating
cost of the activity in question during the period of the alleged violation and the
total capital cost associated with implementation of the activity. A person shall provide information requested by the director not later than forty-five
days after receiving the director's request. The director also may issue and enforce, in the manner provided in Chapter 119.
of the Revised Code, subpoenas duces tecum to compel the production of documents relevant
to the alleged violation. The subpoenas may be served in any manner authorized by the rules of civil procedure. The director or the director's designee may conduct a site visit to investigate an
alleged violation of section 3702.53 of the Revised Code . Each investigation under this section shall be conducted in a manner that protects
patient confidentiality. Names or other identifying information about any patient shall not be made public
without the written consent of the patient or the patient's guardian, or, if the patient
is a minor, the patient's parent or guardian.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 3702.531
What does Ohio Revised Code § 3702.531 cover?
Section 3702.531 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 § 3702.531?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 3702.531" (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 § 3702.531 apply to my situation?
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