Ohio § 2101.14
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2101.14, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2101.14.
All pleadings, accounts, vouchers, and other papers in each estate, trust, assignment,
guardianship, or other proceeding, ex parte or adversary, which are filed in the probate
court shall be kept together, and upon the final termination or settlement of the
case, cause, or proceeding shall be preserved for future reference and examination. The papers shall be properly jacketed, and otherwise tied, fastened, or held together,
numbered, lettered, or otherwise marked in such manner that they may be readily found
by reference to proper memoranda upon the docket, record, or index entries thereof,
which memoranda shall be made by the probate judge, or the papers may be kept, maintained,
and indexed as described in section 2101.121 of the Revised Code . Certificates of marriage, reports of births and deaths, and similar papers not part
of a case or proceeding, shall be arranged and preserved separately in the order of
their dates or in which they were filed. As used in this section “case” or “ cause ” includes all proceedings in the settlement of any estate, guardianship, or assignment,
except as provided in section 2101.141 of the Revised Code . The probate court shall provide a time stamp and shall stamp on all papers filed in
that court the day, month, and year of the filing.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2101.14
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2101.14 cover?
Section 2101.14 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 § 2101.14?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 2101.14" (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 § 2101.14 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Ohio can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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