Ohio Code § 2933.04

Ohio Code § 2933.04. Reproduced from the official Ohio Revised Code, with a citation summary, verification link, and related provisions.

§ 2933.04.

When the accused in [ sic ] brought before the municipal, county, or mayor's court pursuant to sections 2933.02 and 2933.03 of the Revised Code , he shall be heard in his defense.  If it is necessary for just cause to adjourn the hearing, the municipal or county

court judge or mayor involved may order such adjournment.  The judge or mayor also may direct the sheriff or other peace officer having custody

of the accused to detain him in the county jail or other appropriate detention facility

until the cause of delay is removed, unless a bond in a sum fixed by the judge or

mayor but not to exceed five hundred dollars, with sufficient surety, is given by

the accused.  A delay shall not exceed two days.

Source: official Ohio text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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  • Citation: Ohio Revised Code § 2933.04
  • Jurisdiction: Ohio
  • Code: Ohio Revised Code
  • Text: transcribed from the official source (verify below)

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