Ohio · Ohio Revised Code — Title 29, Crimes

Ohio Rev. Code (Criminal) § 2921.34: Escape

Felony

What this law says, in plain English

Escape prohibits breaking detention or failing to return from temporary leave, or violating geographic restrictions imposed on certain prison sentences. Violation is a criminal offense.

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