Ohio § 917.17
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 917.17, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 917.17.
All information that is furnished to or procured by the director of agriculture under sections 917.01 to 917.23 of the Revised Code shall be for the exclusive use and information of the director in the discharge of
his official duties and shall not be open to the public or be used in any court in
any action or proceeding therein unless the director is a party to such action or
proceeding; but such information may be consolidated in statistical tables and published
by the director in statistical form, without disclosing details of information furnished
by any particular person, for the use and information of other state departments and
the public. The director or any employee of the director and any person assisting the director
in the administration of such sections shall not willfully divulge any material information
secured while in the employ of the director, with respect to the transactions, property,
files, records, or papers of the department, or with respect to the business or mechanical,
chemical, or other industrial processes of any person or dealer, to any person other
than to the director or to the superior of such employee of the director, or when
called upon to testify in any action or proceeding in any court. Any employee of the director authorized to accept or receive money paid or to be paid
to the director shall, before he enters upon the discharge of his duties, execute
and file in the office of the secretary of state, a bond in such amount as is fixed
by the secretary of state. If surety company bonds are furnished, the premiums thereon shall be paid by the
department.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 917.17
What does Ohio Revised Code § 917.17 cover?
Section 917.17 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 § 917.17?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 917.17" (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 § 917.17 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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