Ohio § 2112.21
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2112.21, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2112.21.
(A) A probate court of this state has jurisdiction to appoint a guardian or issue a protective
order for a respondent if any of the following applies: (1) This state is the respondent's home state. (2) On the date that the application is filed, this state is a significant-connection
state, and either of the following applies: (a) The respondent does not have a home state, or a court of the respondent's home state
has declined to exercise jurisdiction because this state is a more appropriate forum. (b) The respondent has a home state, a petition for an appointment or order is not pending
in a court of that state or another significant-connection state, and before the probate
court makes the appointment or issues the order all of the following apply: (i) An application for an appointment or order is not filed in the respondent's home
state. (ii) An objection to the probate court's jurisdiction is not filed by a person required
to be notified of the proceeding. (iii) The probate court in this state concludes that the probate court is an appropriate
forum under the factors set forth in section 2112.24 of the Revised Code . (3) This state does not have jurisdiction under division (A) or (B) of this section,
the respondent's home state and all significant-connection states have declined to
exercise jurisdiction because this state is the more appropriate forum, and jurisdiction
in this state is consistent with the constitutions of this state and the United States. (4) The requirements for special jurisdiction under section 2112.22 of the Revised Code are met. (B) In determining whether a respondent has a significant connection with a particular
state for purposes of this section, the probate court may consider any of the following: (1) The location of the respondent's family and other persons required to be notified
of the guardianship or protective proceeding; (2) The length of time the respondent at any time was physically present in the state
and the duration of any absence; (3) The location of the respondent's property; (4) The extent to which the respondent has ties to the state, including, but not limited
to, voting registration, state or local tax return filing, vehicle registration, driver's
license, social relationships, and receipt of services.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2112.21
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2112.21 cover?
Section 2112.21 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 § 2112.21?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 2112.21" (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 § 2112.21 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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