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Section 2945.12 | When accused may be tried in his absence.

Ohio Revised Code
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Title 29 Crimes-Procedure
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Chapter 2945 Trial
 
Effective:
October 1, 1953
Latest Legislation:
House Bill 1 - 100th General Assembly
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A person indicted for a misdemeanor, upon request in writing subscribed by him and entered in the journal, may be tried in his absence by a jury or by the court. No other person shall be tried unless personally present, but if a person indicted escapes or forfeits his recognizance after the jury is sworn, the trial shall proceed and the verdict be received and recorded. If the offense charged is a misdemeanor, judgment and sentence shall be pronounced as if he were personally present. If the offense charged is a felony, the case shall be continued until the accused appears in court, or is retaken.

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