Ohio § 1115.111

Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 1115.111, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 1115.111.

(A) Except as provided in division (C) of this section, no bank shall pay to any person,

other than reasonable compensation for services provided in the person's capacity

as an employee, any management or consulting fee, including fees for legal, accounting,

brokerage, or other similar professional services, not having a direct relationship

to the value of actual services rendered, based on reasonable costs consistent with

current market values for such services. (B) The records of the bank shall contain adequate information to permit a determination

as to what services are being provided and on what basis they are being priced.  At a minimum the records shall disclose a thorough review by the board of directors

demonstrating all of the following: (1) That such fees are paid for specific services provided, as detailed in a fee analysis

presented to the board; (2) The basis for the cost for each function or service; (3) A conclusion by the board of directors that the fees are reasonable. (C) This section does not prevent a bank from paying any of the following: (1) Dividends to shareholders that have been properly declared by the bank; (2) Reasonable compensation to officers and employees of the bank for services rendered

to the bank in their capacities as officers or employees of the bank; (3) Fees to directors for their attendance at meetings of the board of directors, the

executive committee, or other committees established by the board.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 1115.111

What does Ohio Revised Code § 1115.111 cover?

Section 1115.111 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Ohio § 1115.111?

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Is this the official text of Ohio law?

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How does Ohio § 1115.111 apply to my situation?

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