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(A) As used in this section, “telephone company” has the same meaning as in section 128.01 of the Revised Code.
(B) Except for willful or wanton misconduct, a telephone company, a provider of interconnected voice over internet protocol service, and any other installer, maintainer, or provider, through the sale or otherwise, of customer premises equipment, or service used for or with the 9-8-8 hotline, and their respective officers, directors, employees, agents, suppliers, corporate parents, and affiliates are not liable in damages in a civil action for injuries, death or loss to persons or property incurred by any person resulting from such an entity's or its officers', directors', employees', agents', or suppliers' participation in or acts or omissions in connection with participating in or developing, maintaining, or operating the 9-8-8 hotline.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Ohio Revised Code Title LI. Public Welfare § 5119.85 - last updated January 01, 2026 | https://codes.findlaw.com/oh/title-li-public-welfare/oh-rev-code-sect-5119-85/
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