Ohio § 1531.17
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 1531.17, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1531.17.
All fines, penalties, and forfeitures arising from prosecutions, convictions, confiscations,
or otherwise under this chapter and Chapters 1517. and 1533. of the Revised Code,
unless otherwise directed by the director of natural resources, shall be paid by the
officer by whom collected to the director and by the director paid into the state
treasury to the credit of the wildlife fund, which is hereby created, for the use
of the division of wildlife. All moneys received from the sale of wild animals under division (J) of section 1531.06 of the Revised Code shall be paid into the state treasury to the credit of the wildlife fund for the
use of the division. All moneys collected as license fees on nets in the Lake Erie fishing district shall
be paid by the director into the state treasury to the credit of the wildlife fund
for use only in the betterment and the propagation of fish therein or in otherwise
propagating fish in such district. All investment earnings of the fund shall be credited to the fund. The wildlife fund shall not be used for compensation of personnel employed by other
divisions of the department of natural resources who are assigned to law enforcement
duties in aid of the division of wildlife or for compensation of division of wildlife
personnel for activities related to the instruction of personnel of other divisions. The director of natural resources may use moneys from the fund to make the payments
required under section 1501.29 of the Revised Code .
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 1531.17
What does Ohio Revised Code § 1531.17 cover?
Section 1531.17 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 § 1531.17?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 1531.17" (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 § 1531.17 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Ohio can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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