Section 19a. Damages for wrongful death

Damages for wrongful death

The amount of damages recoverable by civil action in the courts for death caused by the wrongful act, neglect, or default of another, shall not be limited by law.

Summary: (New section) Prohibit limiting wrongful death damages

Election Date: September 3, 1912

Votes For Ratification: 335605

Votes Against Ratification: 195216

Percent for Ratification: 63%

Percent Against Ratification: 37%

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

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