Ohio § 1303.43
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 1303.43, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1303.43.
(A) Unless otherwise provided in this chapter or sections 1304.01 to 1304.40 of the Revised Code , an unauthorized signature is ineffective except as the signature of the unauthorized
signer in favor of a person who in good faith pays the instrument or takes it for
value. An unauthorized signature may be ratified for all purposes of this chapter. (B) If the signature of more than one person is required to constitute the authorized
signature of an organization, the signature of the organization is unauthorized if
one of the required signatures is lacking. (C) The civil or criminal liability of a person who makes an unauthorized signature is
not affected by any provision of this chapter that makes the unauthorized signature
effective for the purposes of this chapter.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 1303.43
What does Ohio Revised Code § 1303.43 cover?
Section 1303.43 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 § 1303.43?
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