Ohio § 2101.27
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2101.27, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2101.27.
(A) A probate judge has jurisdiction and authority to solemnize marriages within the
county and may charge a fee for providing the service in accordance with division
(B) of this section. The fee charged is subject to disposition in accordance with division (C) of this
section. (B)(1) If a probate judge intends to charge a fee for solemnizing any marriage in accordance
with division (A) of this section, prior to doing so, the probate judge, by rule,
shall establish a reasonable fee for providing the service. (2) Division (B)(1) of this section does not do either of the following: (a) Require a probate judge who, by rule, has established a reasonable fee for solemnizing
marriages to charge that fee for every marriage that the probate judge solemnizes; (b) Affect specific fees to which the probate judge is entitled under section 2101.16
or any other section of the Revised Code for issuing marriage licenses, recording
returns of solemnized marriages, providing certified abstracts of marriages, or performing
any other task related to a marriage other than its solemnization. (C) If, in accordance with division (B) of this section, a reasonable fee is charged
by a probate judge for solemnizing any marriage, the probate judge shall not retain
any portion of that fee and instead shall pay the entire fee into the county treasury. The county treasurer shall credit the fee to the general fund of the county.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2101.27
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2101.27 cover?
Section 2101.27 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 § 2101.27?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 2101.27" (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 § 2101.27 apply to my situation?
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