Ohio § 4719.13
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 4719.13, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4719.13.
(A) The attorney general may initiate criminal proceedings under sections 4719.01 to 4719.18 of the Revised Code by presenting evidence of criminal violations to the prosecuting attorney of any
county in which the offense may be prosecuted. If the prosecuting attorney does not prosecute the violations, or at the request
of the prosecuting attorney, the attorney general may proceed in the prosecution with
all the rights, privileges, and powers conferred by law on prosecuting attorneys,
including the power to appear before grand juries and to interrogate witnesses before
grand juries. (B) The powers of the attorney general set forth in division (A) of this section are
in addition to any other applicable powers of the attorney general. (C) In a criminal proceeding in which a violation of a provision of sections 4719.01 to 4719.18 of the Revised Code is alleged, it is an affirmative defense, as defined in section 2901.05 of the Revised Code , that the person or the person's actions come within an exemption in division (B) of section 4719.01 or division (H) of section 4719.07 of the Revised Code .
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 4719.13
What does Ohio Revised Code § 4719.13 cover?
Section 4719.13 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 § 4719.13?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 4719.13" (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 § 4719.13 apply to my situation?
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