Ohio § 753.22
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 753.22, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 753.22.
(A) The director of public safety or the joint board established pursuant to section 753.15 of the Revised Code may establish a commissary for the workhouse. The commissary may be established either in-house or by another arrangement. If a commissary is established, all persons incarcerated in the workhouse shall
receive commissary privileges. A person's purchases from the commissary shall be deducted from the person's account
record in the workhouse's business office. The commissary shall provide for the distribution to indigent persons incarcerated
in the workhouse necessary hygiene articles and writing materials. (B) If a commissary is established, the director of public safety or the joint board
established pursuant to section 753.15 of the Revised Code shall establish a commissary fund for the workhouse. The management of funds in the commissary fund shall be strictly controlled in accordance
with procedures adopted by the auditor of state. Commissary fund revenue over and above operating costs and reserve shall be considered
profits. All profits from the commissary fund shall be used to purchase supplies and equipment
for the benefit of persons incarcerated in the workhouse and to pay salary and benefits
for employees of the workhouse, or for any other persons, who work in or are employed
for the sole purpose of providing service to the commissary. The director of public safety or the joint board established pursuant to section 753.15 of the Revised Code shall adopt rules and regulations for the operation of any commissary fund the director
or the joint board establishes.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 753.22
What does Ohio Revised Code § 753.22 cover?
Section 753.22 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 § 753.22?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 753.22" (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 § 753.22 apply to my situation?
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