Ohio § 1311.51
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 1311.51, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1311.51.
A keeper or owner of any stallion, jack, or registered pure-bred bull may enforce
his lien for service by replevin of the property before any county or municipal court
having territorial jurisdiction where it is found. Upon gaining possession thereof, on first giving ten days' notice to the reputed
owner of his intention to do so, he may sell it at public sale after two weeks' notice
of the time and place of sale by notices posted in five conspicuous and public places
in the township or municipal corporation where proceedings in replevin are had. Out of the proceeds of sale such keeper or owner may retain the amount due him for
such service, with the costs by him incurred in the replevin suit. He must account to the owner of the get for any surplus realized by the sale. When payment is made to him, or his agent, for any such get, the owner of any such
stallion, jack, or bull shall deliver to the payee a receipt in full for the amount
thereof, and stating for what paid.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 1311.51
What does Ohio Revised Code § 1311.51 cover?
Section 1311.51 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 § 1311.51?
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Is this the official text of Ohio law?
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How does Ohio § 1311.51 apply to my situation?
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