Ohio § 1309.501
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 1309.501, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1309.501.
(A) Except as provided in division (B) of this section, if the local law of this state
governs perfection of a security interest or agricultural lien, the office in which
to file a financing statement to perfect the security interest or agricultural lien
is: (1) The office designated for the filing or recording of a record of a mortgage on the
related real property, if: (a) The collateral is as-extracted collateral or timber to be cut; or (b) The financing statement is filed as a fixture filing, and the collateral is goods
that are or are to become fixtures. (2) The office of the secretary of state or any office duly authorized by the secretary
of state, in all other cases, including a case in which the collateral is goods that
are or are to become fixtures, and the financing statement is not filed as a fixture
filing. (B) The office in which to file a financing statement to perfect a security interest
in collateral, including fixtures, of a transmitting utility is the office of the
secretary of state. The financing statement also constitutes a fixture filing as to the collateral indicated
in the financing statement that is or is to become fixtures.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 1309.501
What does Ohio Revised Code § 1309.501 cover?
Section 1309.501 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 § 1309.501?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 1309.501" (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 § 1309.501 apply to my situation?
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