Ohio Code 2323.33 – Action dismissed for want of security for costs; applicability
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(A) If security for costs is not given in a case mentioned in sections 2323.30 to 2323.32 of the Revised Code, at any time before the commencement of the trial, on motion of the defendant, and notice to the plaintiff, the court shall dismiss the action, unless in a reasonable time, which it may allow, security is given.
Terms Used In Ohio Code 2323.33
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Plaintiff: The person who files the complaint in a civil lawsuit.
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
(B) This section does not apply if a party makes an application under section 2323.30 or 2323.31 of the Revised Code to qualify as an indigent litigant as set forth in section 2323.311 of the Revised Code.