Ohio § 4503.21
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 4503.21, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4503.21.
(A)(1) Subject to section 4503.211 of the Revised Code , no person who is the owner or operator of a motor vehicle shall fail to display
in plain view on the rear of the motor vehicle a license plate that displays the distinctive
number and registration mark assigned to the motor vehicle by the director of public
safety, including any county identification sticker and any validation sticker when
required by and issued under sections 4503.19 and 4503.191 of the Revised Code . However, a commercial tractor shall display the license plate on the front of the
commercial tractor. (2) The license plate shall be securely fastened so as not to swing, and shall not be
covered by any material that obstructs its visibility. (3) Subject to section 4503.211 of the Revised Code , no person to whom a temporary motor vehicle license registration has been issued
for the use of a motor vehicle under section 4503.182 of the Revised Code , and no operator of that motor vehicle, shall fail to display the temporary motor
vehicle license registration in plain view from the rear of the vehicle either in
the rear window or on an external rear surface of the motor vehicle. (4) No person shall cover a temporary motor vehicle license registration by any material
that obstructs its visibility. (B) Whoever violates this section is guilty of a minor misdemeanor. (C) The offenses established under division (A) of this section are strict liability
offenses and section 2901.20 of the Revised Code does not apply. The designation of these offenses as strict liability offenses shall not be construed
to imply that any other offense, for which there is no specified degree of culpability,
is not a strict liability offense.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 4503.21
What does Ohio Revised Code § 4503.21 cover?
Section 4503.21 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 § 4503.21?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 4503.21" (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 § 4503.21 apply to my situation?
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