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Confinement Costs Definitions | Ohio Title 29 - Crimes and Procedure | Ohio Law

Learn the key definitions related to confinement costs and detention facilities in Ohio law, including roles and facility types under ORC 2929.36.

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Confinement Costs Definitions

Ohio — Ohio Title 29 - Crimes and Procedure

Summary

This law section defines key terms related to confinement costs in Ohio, including roles like the chief legal officer, court clerk, and types of detention facilities. It clarifies the meanings of terms such as 'homestead' and 'inmate account' to ensure consistent application of laws concerning correctional costs and procedures. These definitions are essential for understanding the legal framework surrounding detention and confinement expenses in Ohio.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'local detention facility' include in Ohio law?

It includes various correctional facilities such as jails, workhouses, prisons, and community-based correctional centers within Ohio.

Who is considered the 'chief legal officer' under Ohio law?

The chief legal officer includes prosecuting attorneys, village solicitors, city directors of law, and attorneys for joint city and county workhouses.

How is the 'clerk of the appropriate court' determined?

It depends on the type of detention facility: for multicounty centers, the clerk of the most populous county; for city workhouses, the municipal court clerk; otherwise, the county court clerk.

What is the significance of the term 'homestead' in this law?

It has the same meaning as in section 323.151 of the Ohio Revised Code, typically referring to property used as a primary residence.

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