Ohio Code 2917.05 – Use of force to suppress riot or in protecting persons or property during riot
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A law enforcement officer or fireman, engaged in suppressing riot or in protecting persons or property during riot:
Terms Used In Ohio Code 2917.05
- Probable cause: A reasonable ground for belief that the offender violated a specific law.
- Property: means real and personal property. See Ohio Code 1.59
(A) Is justified in using force, other than deadly force, when and to the extent he has probable cause to believe such force is necessary to disperse or apprehend rioters;
(B) Is justified in using force, including deadly force, when and to the extent he has probable cause to believe such force is necessary to disperse or apprehend rioters whose conduct is creating a substantial risk of serious physical harm to persons.