Ohio § 4953.03
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 4953.03, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4953.03.
The articles of incorporation referred to by section 4953.02 of the Revised Code shall be signed by the presidents in behalf of the railroad companies, with the corporate
seals of the companies annexed to such articles, or by any number of persons, not
less than five, a majority of whom are residents of this state, and shall be forwarded
to the secretary of state, who shall record and preserve them in his office. A copy of such articles certified by the secretary of state, is evidence of the
existence of such company. After such recording, the company may contract, sue and be sued, locate and acquire
rights of way, grounds, and terminals, and appropriate so much land as it deems necessary
for its depot, tracks, terminals, structures, and facilities, and shall have all the
powers given to railroads by the laws of this state, for the purpose of acquiring,
constructing, and operating its depot, tracks, terminals, structures, and facilities. Such company is not subject to sections 4953.13 to 4953.16, inclusive, of the Revised Code .
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 4953.03
What does Ohio Revised Code § 4953.03 cover?
Section 4953.03 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 § 4953.03?
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Is this the official text of Ohio law?
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How does Ohio § 4953.03 apply to my situation?
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