Ohio § 2329.20
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2329.20, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2329.20.
Except as otherwise provided in this section or sections 2329.51 and 2329.52 of the Revised Code , no tract of land shall be sold for less than two-thirds the amount of the appraised
value as determined pursuant to section 2329.17 of the Revised Code . In all cases in which a junior mortgage or other junior lien is sought to be enforced
against real estate by an order, judgment, or decree of court, subject to a prior
lien thereon, and such prior lien, and the claims or obligations secured thereby,
are unaffected by such order, judgment, or decree, the court making such order, judgment,
or decree, may determine the minimum amount for which such real estate may be sold. In such a case, the minimum amount shall be not less than two-thirds of the difference
between the appraised value of the real estate as determined in that section, and
the amount remaining unpaid on the claims or obligations secured by such prior lien.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2329.20
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2329.20 cover?
Section 2329.20 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 § 2329.20?
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Is this the official text of Ohio law?
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How does Ohio § 2329.20 apply to my situation?
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