Ohio § 2109.18
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2109.18, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2109.18.
A surety of a fiduciary or the executor or administrator of a surety may make application
at any time to the probate court to be released from the bond of such fiduciary. Such surety shall file a written request therefor with the probate judge of such
court and give at least five days' notice in writing to such fiduciary. If, upon the hearing, the court is of the opinion that there is good reason therefor,
it shall release such surety. The death of a surety shall always be good cause. A fiduciary may make application at any time to the court for the release of the fiduciary's
sureties. Such fiduciary shall file a written request therefor with the judge of such court
and give at least five days' notice in writing to such sureties. If, upon the hearing, the court is of the opinion that there is good reason to release
such sureties, it shall order the fiduciary to file an account, as provided by section 2109.301 , 2109.302 , or 2109.303 of the Revised Code , and such sureties shall be released after the fiduciary files a new bond which is
approved by the court. If such fiduciary fails to give new bond as directed, the fiduciary shall be removed
and the fiduciary's letters of appointment superseded. Such original sureties shall not be released until the fiduciary gives a bond, but
shall be liable for such fiduciary's acts only from the time of executing the original
bond to the filing and approval by the court of the new bond. The costs of such proceeding shall be paid by the surety applying to be released,
unless it appears to the court that the fiduciary is insolvent, incompetent, or is
wasting the assets of the estate.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2109.18
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2109.18 cover?
Section 2109.18 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 § 2109.18?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 2109.18" (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 § 2109.18 apply to my situation?
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