Ohio § 2733.20
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2733.20, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2733.20.
When, in an action in quo warranto, it is found and adjudged that, by an act done
or omitted, a corporation has surrendered or forfeited its corporate rights, privileges,
and franchises, or has not used them during a term of five years, judgment shall be
entered that it be ousted and excluded therefrom, and that it be dissolved. When it is found and adjudged in such case, that a corporation has offended in a matter
or manner that does not work such surrender or forfeiture, or has misused a franchise,
or exercised a power not conferred by law, judgment shall be entered that it be ousted
from the continuance of such offense or the exercise of such power. When it is found and adjudged in such case, that any application for a license to
transact business in this state filed by a foreign corporation, any articles of incorporation
of a domestic corporation or any amendment to them, or any certificate of merger or
consolidation which set forth a corporate name prohibited by the Revised Code has
been improperly approved and filed, judgment shall be entered that the corporation
be ousted from the continued use of such corporate name.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2733.20
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2733.20 cover?
Section 2733.20 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 § 2733.20?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 2733.20" (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 § 2733.20 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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