Ohio § 919.09

Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 919.09, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 919.09.

The director of agriculture shall make all necessary investigations pertinent to enforcement

of this chapter, and for that purpose shall have access at all reasonable hours to

any building, room, vehicle, ship, or other premises in which any horse carcass, horse

meat, or horse meat food product is processed, packed, transported, sold, exposed,

or offered for sale at retail.  No person shall deny access to the director or hinder, thwart, or defeat any investigation

by misrepresentation or concealment of facts or conditions. The director may secure samples or specimens of any horse carcass, horse meat, or

horse meat food product upon paying or offering to pay therefor and shall make an

examination or an analysis of the sample in order to determine whether there has been

or exists any violation of this chapter or rules adopted pursuant thereto.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 919.09

What does Ohio Revised Code § 919.09 cover?

Section 919.09 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 § 919.09?

A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 919.09" (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 § 919.09 apply to my situation?

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