Ohio § 5924.139
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 5924.139, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5924.139.
(A) Whenever complaint is made to any commanding officer that willful damage has been
done to the property of any person or that his property has been wrongfully taken
by members of the organized militia, he may, subject to such regulations as the governor
may prescribe, convene a board to investigate the complaint. The board shall consist of from one to three officers and, for the purpose of that
investigation, it has power to summon witnesses and examine them upon oath or affirmation,
to receive depositions or other documentary evidence, and to assess the damages sustained
against the responsible parties. The assessment of damages made by the board is subject to the approval of the commanding
officer, and in the amount approved by him shall be charged against the pay of the
offenders. The order of the commanding officer directing charges herein authorized is conclusive,
except as provided in division (C) of this section, on any disbursing officer for
the payment by him to the injured parties of the damages so assessed and approved. (B) If the offenders cannot be ascertained, but the organization or detachment to which
they belong is known, charges totaling the amount of damages assessed and approved
may be paid to the injured parties from the military fund of the unit or units of
the organized militia to which such offenders belong. (C) Any person subject to this code who is accused of causing willful damage to property,
has the right to be represented by counsel, to summon witnesses in his behalf, and
to cross-examine those appearing against him. He has the right of appeal to the next higher commander.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 5924.139
What does Ohio Revised Code § 5924.139 cover?
Section 5924.139 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 § 5924.139?
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Is this the official text of Ohio law?
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