Ohio Statutes
§ 2945.56 — Rebuttal of defendant's character evidence
Ohio § 2945.56
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Bluebook
Ohio Rev. Code Ann. § 2945.56 (2026).
Text
When the defendant offers evidence of his character or reputation, the prosecution may offer, in rebuttal thereof, proof of his previous conviction of a crime involving moral turpitude, in addition to other competent evidence.
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Legislative History
Effective: October 1, 1953 | Latest Legislation: House Bill 1 - 100th General Assembly
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§ 2945.01
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Grounds for objection§ 2945.10
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