In either of the cases referred to in sections 2712.32 and 2712.33 of the Revised Code, the arbitral tribunal may admit a later plea if it considers the delay justified. The arbitral tribunal may rule on a later plea either as a preliminary question or in an award on the merits.

Terms Used In Ohio Code 2712.34

  • Arbitral tribunal: means a sole arbitrator or a panel of arbitrators. See Ohio Code 2712.01
  • Plea: In a criminal case, the defendant's statement pleading "guilty" or "not guilty" in answer to the charges, a declaration made in open court.
  • Rule: includes regulation. See Ohio Code 1.59