Ohio § 4957.30
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 4957.30, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4957.30.
When it is desired by a railroad company constructing a new railroad or in changing
or altering the location of one previously constructed, or by any municipal corporation
or authority constructing a new highway, that the railroad or highway should be so
constructed that they will cross each other at the same grade, or if it is desired
to divert, change, or alter an existing public highway, a petition shall be presented
by the party desiring such construction or diversion, to the court of common pleas
of the county within which the crossing or diversion is situated. If it is the authority constructing a highway asking for the right to cross a railroad,
the railroad company shall be the defendant. If it is a railroad company asking for the right to cross a highway, or divert,
change, or alter any existing public highway in a municipal corporation, such municipal
corporation shall be the defendant. If outside the municipal corporation, and a road or highway other than on the state
highway system, the board of township trustees of the township and the board of county
commissioners of the county shall be the defendants. If it is a road or highway on the state highway system, the director of transportation
shall be the defendant. Summons shall be served and the rule days and the rights of the defendants to plead
shall be the same as in civil actions in such court.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 4957.30
What does Ohio Revised Code § 4957.30 cover?
Section 4957.30 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 § 4957.30?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 4957.30" (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 § 4957.30 apply to my situation?
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