Ohio § 4973.23
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 4973.23, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4973.23.
(A) A conductor of any train carrying passengers or of the cars of any interurban railroad
carrying passengers, and a ticket agent employed in or about a railroad or interurban
railroad station, while on duty on the train or cars, or in or about the station,
who has probable cause to believe that a person has committed an offense may detain
the person in a reasonable manner and for a reasonable length of time within the train,
the cars, or the station, for the purpose of recovering any property involved in the
offense, causing an arrest to be made by a peace officer, or obtaining a warrant of
arrest. (B) A conductor or ticket agent acting under division (A) of this section shall not search
the person detained, search or seize any property belonging to the person detained
without the person's consent, or use undue restraint upon the person detained. (C) Any peace officer, as defined in section 2935.01 of the Revised Code , may arrest without a warrant any person who the officer has probable cause to believe
has committed any violation of law and shall make the arrest within a reasonable time
after the commission of the violation of law.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 4973.23
What does Ohio Revised Code § 4973.23 cover?
Section 4973.23 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 § 4973.23?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 4973.23" (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 § 4973.23 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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