Ohio § 955.09
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 955.09, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 955.09.
(A) No owner of a dog, except a dog constantly confined to a dog kennel registered under
this chapter or licensed under Chapter 956. of the Revised Code, shall fail to require
the dog to wear, at all times, a valid tag issued in connection with a certificate
of registration under division (A) of section 955.02 of the Revised Code . A violation of this division is a strict liability offense and section 2901.20 of the Revised Code does not apply. A dog found not wearing at any time a valid tag is prima-facie evidence of lack
of registration and shall subject any dog found not wearing such a tag to impounding,
sale, or destruction. (B) No person shall recklessly obstruct or interfere with anyone lawfully engaged in
capturing an unregistered dog or examining a dog wearing a tag. (C) No person shall recklessly own, keep, or harbor a dog wearing a fictitious, altered,
or invalid registration tag or a registration tag not issued by the county auditor
in connection with the registration of such animal. (D) Whoever violates division (A), (B), or (C) of this section is guilty of a minor misdemeanor.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 955.09
What does Ohio Revised Code § 955.09 cover?
Section 955.09 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 § 955.09?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 955.09" (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 § 955.09 apply to my situation?
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