Ohio § 4933.15
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 4933.15, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4933.15.
For the purpose of making preliminary examinations and surveys, any company transmitting
or distributing electricity in the state for public or private use may enter upon
any land held by any individual or corporation, whether acquired by purchase, appropriation
proceedings, or otherwise, unless such land is owned by and essential to the purposes
of another corporation possessing the power of eminent domain. The company also may appropriate so much of such land, or any right or interest
in the land, including any trees, edifices, or buildings on the land, as is deemed
necessary for either of the following purposes: (A) The erection, operation, or maintenance of an electric plant, including its substations,
switching stations, transmission and distribution lines, poles, towers, piers, conduits,
cables, and wires and other necessary structures and appliances, but excluding its
generating stations; (B) Rights-of-way over such land and adjacent lands for the purpose of access to any
part of such land. The right of appropriation shall be exercised in the same manner provided by sections 163.01 to 163.22 of the Revised Code .
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 4933.15
What does Ohio Revised Code § 4933.15 cover?
Section 4933.15 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 § 4933.15?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 4933.15" (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 § 4933.15 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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