Ohio § 5502.69
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 5502.69, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5502.69.
(A) There is hereby created the Ohio narcotics intelligence center in the department
of public safety. The center shall operate as a division within the department. (B) The director of public safety shall appoint an executive director of the center. The executive director shall serve at the discretion of the director of public safety. The executive director shall advise the governor and the director of public safety
on matters pertaining to illegal drug activities. To carry out the duties assigned under this section, the executive director, subject
to the direction and control of the director of public safety, may appoint and maintain
necessary staff and may enter into any necessary agreements. (C) The center shall do all of the following: (1) Coordinate law enforcement response to illegal drug activities for state agencies
and act as a liaison between state agencies and local entities for the purposes of
communicating counter-drug policy initiatives; (2) Collect, analyze, maintain, and disseminate information to support local, state,
and federal law enforcement agencies, other government agencies, and private organizations
in detecting, deterring, preventing, preparing for, prosecuting, and responding to
illegal drug activities. The records received and created are confidential law enforcement investigatory
records pursuant to section 149.43 of the Revised Code . (3) Develop and coordinate policies, protocols, and strategies that may be used by local,
state, and private organizations to detect, deter, prevent, prepare for, prosecute,
and respond to illegal drug activities; (4) Develop, update, and coordinate the implementation of an Ohio drug control strategy
to guide state and local governments and public agencies.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 5502.69
What does Ohio Revised Code § 5502.69 cover?
Section 5502.69 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 § 5502.69?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 5502.69" (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 § 5502.69 apply to my situation?
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