Ohio § 5302.02

Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 5302.02, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 5302.02.

The rules and definitions contained in sections 5302.03 , 5302.04 , 5302.06 , 5302.08 , 5302.10 , 5302.13 , 5302.17 , 5302.18 , 5302.19 , 5302.20 , and 5302.21 of the Revised Code apply to all deeds or other instruments relating to real estate, whether the statutory

forms or other forms are used, where the instruments are executed on or after October

1, 1965.  The rules and definitions contained in section 5302.22 of the Revised Code , as it existed prior to the effective date of this amendment, apply to instruments

executed on or after August 29, 2000, and prior to the effective date of this amendment.  The rules and definitions contained in section 5302.22 of the Revised Code apply to instruments executed on or after the effective date of this amendment.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 5302.02

What does Ohio Revised Code § 5302.02 cover?

Section 5302.02 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 § 5302.02?

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