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2025 Ohio Revised Code
Title 45 | Motor Vehicles-Aeronautics-Watercraft
Chapter 4549 | Motor Vehicle Crimes
Section 4549.05 | Removing Ignition Key Left in Ignition Switch.
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OH Rev Code § 4549.05 (2025)
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Effective: January 1, 1974
Latest Legislation: House Bill 511 - 109th General Assembly
A law enforcement officer may remove the ignition key left in the ignition switch of an unlocked and unattended motor vehicle parked on a street or highway. The officer removing said key shall place notification upon the vehicle detailing his name and badge number, the place where said key may be reclaimed, and the procedure for reclaiming said key. The key shall be returned to the owner of the motor vehicle upon presentation of proof of ownership.
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