Ohio § 4933.16
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 4933.16, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4933.16.
No person or company shall place, string, construct, or maintain a line, wire, fixture,
or appliance of any kind to conduct electricity for lighting, heating, or power purposes
through a street, alley, lane, square, place, or land of a municipal corporation without
the consent of such municipal corporation. This prohibition extends to all levels above or below the surface of such public ways,
grounds, or places, as well as along their surfaces, but not to rights received through
and exercised under proceedings of a probate court prior to February 26, 1910. The penalty provided by section 4933.99 of the Revised Code for a violation of this section is cumulative to other means of enforcing this section
open to the municipal corporation, by way of injunction or otherwise, and is not exclusive.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 4933.16
What does Ohio Revised Code § 4933.16 cover?
Section 4933.16 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 § 4933.16?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 4933.16" (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 § 4933.16 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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