With this decision we confirm that the doctrine of negligence per se countenances lack of notice of a defective condition as a legal excuse. We reverse the appellate court's determination that notice is irrelevant and strict liability applies, and instead hold that a violation of R.C. 5321.04(A)(1) (failing to comply with the Ohio Basic Building Code) constitutes negligence per se, but that such liability may be excused by a landlord...
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