Ohio § 1302.71

Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 1302.71, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 1302.71.

Where the contract requires for its performance goods identified when the contract

is made, and the goods suffer casualty without fault of either party before the risk

of loss passes to the buyer, or in a proper case under a “no arrival, no sale” term

pursuant to section 1302.37 of the Revised Code , then: (A) if the loss is total the contract is avoided;  and (B) if the loss is partial or the goods have so deteriorated as no longer to conform

to the contract the buyer may nevertheless demand inspection and at his option either

treat the contract as avoided or accept the goods with due allowance from the contract

price for the deterioration or the deficiency in quantity but without further right

against the seller.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 1302.71

What does Ohio Revised Code § 1302.71 cover?

Section 1302.71 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 § 1302.71?

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Is this the official text of Ohio law?

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