Ohio § 1701.57
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 1701.57, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1701.57.
(A) Unless the articles, the regulations adopted by the shareholders, or the regulations
adopted by the directors pursuant to division (A)(1) of section 1701.10 of the Revised Code provide for a different term (which may not exceed three years from the date of election
and until a successor is elected), each director shall hold office until the next
annual meeting of the shareholders and until a successor is elected, or until the
director's earlier resignation, removal from office, or death. (B) The articles, the regulations adopted by the shareholders, or the regulations adopted
by the directors pursuant to division (A)(1) of section 1701.10 of the Revised Code may provide: (1) For the classification of directors into either two or three classes consisting of
not less than three directors each, provided that where all shares of a corporation
entitled to elect a class of directors are owned of record by one or two shareholders,
the number of directors of each class may be less than three, but not less than the
number of shareholders entitled to elect directors of such class; (2) That the terms of office of the several classes need not be uniform, except that
no term shall exceed the maximum period specified in division (A) of this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 1701.57
What does Ohio Revised Code § 1701.57 cover?
Section 1701.57 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 § 1701.57?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 1701.57" (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 § 1701.57 apply to my situation?
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