Ohio § 1311.32
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 1311.32, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1311.32.
The duty to pay to claimants the amounts and in the order of preference, as provided
in sections 1311.29 and 1311.31 of the Revised Code , may be enforced by an action in the court of common pleas or the subcontractor,
material supplier, or laborer may, when the amounts are due, recover through the public
authority in the court of common pleas the whole or a pro rata amount of the subcontractor's,
material supplier's, or laborer's claim or estimate, not exceeding in any case the
balance due to the principal contractor. Either of these actions shall be brought in the county in which the public property
involved is situated, except that actions against state officers shall be brought
only in Franklin county. The court shall resolve all disputes concerning whether the affidavit filed pursuant
to section 1311.26 of the Revised Code has been perfected and concerning priorities, that may arise from enforcement of
the affidavit or the bond that secures the affidavit, pursuant to section 1311.311 of the Revised Code .
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 1311.32
What does Ohio Revised Code § 1311.32 cover?
Section 1311.32 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 § 1311.32?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 1311.32" (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 § 1311.32 apply to my situation?
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