Ohio § 2737.03
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2737.03, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2737.03.
Any party to an action involving a claim for the recovery of specific personal property,
upon or at any time after commencement of the action, may apply to the court by written
motion for an order of possession of the property. The motion shall have attached to it the affidavit of the movant, his agent, or
his attorney containing all of the following: (A) A description of the specific personal property claimed and the approximate value
of each item or category of property claimed; (B) The specific interest of the movant in the property and, if the interest is based
upon a written instrument, a copy of that instrument; (C) The manner in which the respondent came into possession of the property, the reason
that the detention is wrongful and, to the best of the knowledge of the movant, the
reason, if any, that the respondent may claim the detention is not wrongful; (D) The use to which the respondent has put the property, as determined by the movant
after such investigation as is reasonable in the circumstances; (E) The extent, if any, to which the movant is or will be damaged by the respondent's
detention of the property; (F) To the best of the movant's knowledge, the location of the property; (G) That the property was not taken for a tax, assessment, or fine pursuant to statute,
or seized under execution of judgment against the property of the movant or, if so
seized, that it is statutorily exempt from seizure.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2737.03
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2737.03 cover?
Section 2737.03 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 § 2737.03?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 2737.03" (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 § 2737.03 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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