Ohio § 1309.301
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 1309.301, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1309.301.
Except as otherwise provided in sections 1309.303 to 1309.306 of the Revised Code , the following rules determine the law governing perfection, the effect of perfection
or nonperfection, and the priority of a security interest in collateral: (A) Except as otherwise provided in this section, while a debtor is located in a jurisdiction,
the local law of that jurisdiction governs perfection, the effect of perfection or
nonperfection, and the priority of a security interest in collateral. (B) While collateral is located in a jurisdiction, the local law of that jurisdiction
governs perfection, the effect of perfection or nonperfection, and the priority of
a possessory security interest in that collateral. (C) Except as otherwise provided in division (D) of this section, while tangible negotiable
documents, goods, instruments, money, or tangible chattel paper is located in a jurisdiction,
the local law of that jurisdiction governs: (1) Perfection of a security interest in the goods by filing a fixture filing; (2) Perfection of a security interest in timber to be cut; and (3) The effect of perfection or nonperfection and the priority of a nonpossessory security
interest in the collateral. (D) The local law of the jurisdiction in which the wellhead or minehead is located governs
perfection, the effect of perfection or nonperfection, and the priority of a security
interest in as-extracted collateral.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 1309.301
What does Ohio Revised Code § 1309.301 cover?
Section 1309.301 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 § 1309.301?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 1309.301" (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?
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How does Ohio § 1309.301 apply to my situation?
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