Ohio § 1548.031
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 1548.031, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1548.031.
(A) No minor under eighteen years of age shall sell or otherwise dispose of a watercraft
or outboard motor or purchase or otherwise acquire a watercraft or outboard motor
unless the application for a certificate of title is accompanied by a form prescribed
by the chief of the division of parks and watercraft and signed in the presence of
a clerk or deputy clerk of a court of common pleas or any notary public by one of
the minor's parents, the minor's guardian, or another person having custody of the
minor authorizing the sale, disposition, purchase, or acquisition of the watercraft
or outboard motor. At the time the adult signs the form, the adult shall provide identification establishing
that the adult is the individual whose signature appears on the form. (B) No right, title, or claim to or interest in a watercraft or outboard motor shall
be acquired by or from a minor unless the application for a certificate of title is
accompanied by the form required by this section. (C) No clerk of a court of common pleas shall be held liable in any civil action that
arises under the law of this state for injury or loss to persons or property caused
when a person has obtained a certificate of title in violation of this section unless
the clerk failed to use reasonable diligence in ascertaining the age of the minor
or the identity of the adult who signed the form authorizing the sale, disposition,
purchase, or acquisition of the watercraft or outboard motor by the minor.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 1548.031
What does Ohio Revised Code § 1548.031 cover?
Section 1548.031 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 § 1548.031?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 1548.031" (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 § 1548.031 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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