Ohio § 2101.44
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2101.44, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2101.44.
The election upon the question of combining the probate court and the court of common
pleas shall be conducted as provided for the election of county officers. The board of elections shall provide separate ballots, tally sheets, blanks, stationery,
and all such other supplies as may be necessary in the conduct of such election. Ballots shall be printed with an affirmative and negative statement thereon, as follows: Returns of said election shall be made and canvassed at the same time and in the same
manner as an election for county officers. The board shall certify the result of said election to the secretary of state, to
the probate judge of said county, and to the judge of the court of common pleas, and
such result shall be spread upon the journal of the probate court and of the court
of common pleas. If a majority of the votes cast at such an election are in favor of combining said
courts, such courts shall stand combined upon determination of the fact that a majority
of the persons voting upon the question of the combination of such courts voted in
favor of such combination.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2101.44
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2101.44 cover?
Section 2101.44 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.
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