Ohio § 4721.01
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 4721.01, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4721.01.
An innkeeper, whether a person, partnership, or corporation, having in his inn a metal
safe or vault in good order suitable for the custody of money, bank notes, jewelry,
articles of gold and silver manufacture, precious stones, personal ornaments, railroad
mileage books or tickets, negotiable or valuable papers, and bullion, and keeping
on the doors of the sleeping rooms used by his guests suitable locks or bolts, and
on the transoms and windows of such rooms suitable fastenings, and keeping a copy
of this section printed in distinct type conspicuously suspended in the office, ladies'
parlor or sitting room, barroom, washroom, and five other conspicuous places in such
inn, or not less than ten conspicuous places in all, shall not be liable for loss
or injury suffered by a guest, unless such guest has offered to deliver such property
to such innkeeper for custody in such metal safe or vault, and the innkeeper has omitted
or refused to take and deposit it in the safe or vault for custody and give the guest
a receipt therefor.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 4721.01
What does Ohio Revised Code § 4721.01 cover?
Section 4721.01 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 § 4721.01?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 4721.01" (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 § 4721.01 apply to my situation?
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