Section 9. Justices of the peace

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Justices of the peace

Summary: (Section repealed) Abolish justices of peace in certain cities

Election Date: September 3, 1912

Votes For Ratification: 264832

Votes Against Ratification: 252936

Percent for Ratification: 51%

Percent Against Ratification: 49%

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Amendment Source: Proceedings and Debates of the Constitutional Convention of Ohio 1912 pg 2119 2145

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Justices of the peace

A competent number of justices of the peace shall be elected, by the electors, in each township in the several counties. Their term of office shall be three years, and their powers and duties shall be regulated by law.

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A competent number of Justices of the Peace shall be elected by the qualified electors in each township in the several counties and shall continue in office three years, whose powers and duties shall, from time to time, be regulated and defined by law.

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