Ohio § 2121.07
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2121.07, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2121.07.
(A) Before any distribution of personal property is made from the estate of a presumed
decedent, the persons entitled to receive such property may in the discretion of the
court and as a condition of distribution be required to give bond in the form and
amount, with or without sureties, as the court orders, with the condition that if
within a three-year period after the decree is entered by the court it is established
that the presumed decedent is alive, the distributee will upon subsequent order of
the court refund or return the property to the presumed decedent, or the fair market
value of property if the same shall have been sold or otherwise disposed of in the
interim. (B) Nothing in this section shall preclude a distributee from selling, encumbering, or
otherwise disposing of any property so distributed and any purchaser, transferee,
or mortgagee acquires good title to such property free and clear of any claim of the
presumed decedent.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2121.07
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2121.07 cover?
Section 2121.07 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 § 2121.07?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 2121.07" (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 § 2121.07 apply to my situation?
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