Ohio § 1503.07
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 1503.07, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1503.07.
The chief of the division of forestry may declare any property to be a public nuisance
which by reason of its condition or operation is a special forest-fire hazard and
as such endangers property. He shall notify the owner of the property or person responsible for the condition
declared to be a public nuisance and shall advise him as to the abatement or removal
of the nuisance. In the case of a railroad, the notice shall be served upon the superintendent of
the division upon which the nuisance exists. If the owner of the property on which the nuisance exists, after thirty days' notice,
refuses or neglects to take action to abate or remove the nuisance, the chief shall
cause it to be removed or abated. The costs of that action constitute a lien and are recoverable as a special tax
assessed against the property. All money thus derived shall be paid into the state treasury to the credit of the
general revenue fund. The chief shall collect and arrange information obtained concerning violation of
laws relating to the protection of forests from fires and present that information
to the director of natural resources, who shall file it with the attorney general
for legal action. The disbursements by the chief in carrying out the purposes of sections 1503.07 to 1503.27 of the Revised Code shall be paid by the state from the appropriation for the prevention and extinguishment
of forest fires.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 1503.07
What does Ohio Revised Code § 1503.07 cover?
Section 1503.07 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 § 1503.07?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 1503.07" (Ohio). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Ohio law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Ohio official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Ohio attorney.
How does Ohio § 1503.07 apply to my situation?
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