2301.26 Shorthand reporters as referees. - Ohio Statutes

2301.26 Shorthand reporters as referees.

Shorthand reporters appointed under sections 2301.18 and 2301.19 of the Revised Code, may be appointed referees to take and report evidence in causes pending in any of the courts of this state. In the taking of evidence as such referees, they may administer oaths to witnesses. They shall be furnished by the board of county commissioners with a suitable room in the courthouse, and with stationery, supplies and other equipment necessary in the proper discharge of their duties and for the preservation of their stenographic notes. Such notes shall be the property of the county and carefully preserved in the office of the shorthand reporters.

Effective Date: 10-01-1953