Ohio Statutes
§ 956.23 — Regulation of pet stores
Ohio § 956.23
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Bluebook
Ohio Rev. Code Ann. § 956.23 (2026).
Text
The regulation of pet stores is a matter of general statewide interest that requires statewide regulation. Sections956.19to956.23of the Revised Code and section956.99of the Revised Code constitute a comprehensive plan with respect to all aspects of the regulation of pet stores. Accordingly, it is the intent of the general assembly to preempt any local ordinance, resolution, or other law adopted to regulate the sale, delivery, barter, auction, broker, or transfer of a dog to a person from a pet store.
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Legislative History
Effective: September 30, 2025 | Latest Legislation: House Bill 96 - 136th General Assembly
Nearby Sections
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§ 956.01
Definitions§ 956.02
Exempted facilities§ 956.03
Adoption of rules§ 956.04
High volume breeder license§ 956.05
Dog retailer license§ 956.051
Transfer of dogs to pet stores§ 956.06
Animal rescue registration§ 956.07
Application fees§ 956.09
Enforcement§ 956.10
Inspections§ 956.11
Seizure of animals§ 956.13
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Bluebook (online)
Ohio § 956.23, Counsel Stack Legal Research, https://law.counselstack.com/statute/oh/956.23.