Ohio § 301.01
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 301.01, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 301.01.
When a petition, memorial, or remonstrance is presented to the general assembly for
or against the erection of a new county, or for the location or relocation of a county
seat, the petitioners must be eighteen years of age and resident taxpayers or voters
within the several townships in which they reside. The petition shall set forth the name of the township and county in which the petitioners
reside, and that their residence is within or out of the bounds of the proposed new
county, as the case may be. The foregoing requirements shall be proven by the certificate of a township fiscal
officer or by the oath of a respectable freeholder or voter, certified by a person
authorized to administer oaths. The certificate or oath shall specify on the petition, memorial, or remonstrance
the number of signers there were to the paper at the time of the certifying or oath.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 301.01
What does Ohio Revised Code § 301.01 cover?
Section 301.01 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 § 301.01?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 301.01" (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 § 301.01 apply to my situation?
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