Ohio § 2303.02
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2303.02, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2303.02.
Except as otherwise provided in section 3.061 of the Revised Code , before entering upon the discharge of official duties, the clerk of the court of
common pleas shall give a bond signed by a bonding or surety company authorized to
do business in this state, or, at the clerk's option, by two or more freeholders having
real estate in the value of double the amount of the bond over and above all encumbrances
to the state in a sum not less than ten thousand nor more than forty thousand dollars,
to be fixed by the board of county commissioners, and the surety company to be approved
by the board. The bond shall be conditioned that such clerk will enter and record all the orders,
decrees, judgments, and proceedings of the courts of which such clerk is the clerk,
pay over all moneys received by the clerk in an official capacity, and faithfully
and impartially discharge the official duties of the clerk's office. The expense or premium for such bond shall be paid by the board and charged to the
general fund of the county. Such bond, with the oath of office and the approval of the board indorsed thereon,
shall be deposited with the county treasurer and kept in the treasurer's office.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2303.02
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2303.02 cover?
Section 2303.02 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 § 2303.02?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 2303.02" (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 § 2303.02 apply to my situation?
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