Ohio § 3707.20
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 3707.20, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3707.20.
No person, who has a contagious or infectious disease, or who has been exposed to
a contagious or infectious disease, may be sent or admitted to a prison; jail; workhouse;
infirmary; children's home; state hospital or institution for persons who are blind,
persons with mental illnesses, or persons with intellectual disabilities; school
for the blind or deaf; or other state or county benevolent institution without first
making known the facts concerning the illness or exposure to the superintendent or
other person in charge thereof. When a dangerous, contagious, or infectious disease is in a jail or prison and a
prisoner in the jail or prison exposed to the disease is sentenced to a state correctional
institution, the prisoner shall be confined and isolated in the jail or prison or
other proper place, upon the order of the proper court, for any time that is necessary
to establish the fact that the prisoner has not contracted the disease.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 3707.20
What does Ohio Revised Code § 3707.20 cover?
Section 3707.20 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 § 3707.20?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 3707.20" (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 § 3707.20 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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