Ohio § 1715.17
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 1715.17, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1715.17.
Property conveyed in trust for the use of a religious society, church, or association,
whether incorporated or not, shall be held by the trustees and their successors, appointed
as provided in the instrument creating the trust, or in case no provision for successor
trustees is made in such instrument, then by such successor trustees as are appointed
by a competent court. No person shall be elected or appointed by such society, church, or association
to act as trustee to the exclusion of any trustee appointed as provided in this section. Title to property conveyed after October 30, 1965 to and in the name of a religious
society, church, or association; charitable or other eleemosynary organization; labor
union, national, state, district, regional, or other unit; whether incorporated or
not, may be held in the name of such group or organization. Any right, title, or interest in property in the name of any such group or organization
on October 30, 1965 is hereby confirmed in that name as if the conveyance or grant
thereof had been made after such date.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 1715.17
What does Ohio Revised Code § 1715.17 cover?
Section 1715.17 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 § 1715.17?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 1715.17" (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 § 1715.17 apply to my situation?
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