Ohio § 4961.08

Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 4961.08, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 4961.08.

When, under section 4961.07 of the Revised Code , a railroad company's line of railroad is diverted from a county named in the articles

of incorporation, such company is liable to any person owning land in the county for

damages caused by the change or diversion.  All subscribers to the capital stock of the company on the line of that part of

its railroad so changed shall be released from all obligation to pay their subscriptions. Saving the rights of infants, incompetent individuals, and persons imprisoned, for

six months after their disability is removed, no action shall be brought for damages

caused by such change or diversion, unless it is begun within six months from the

filing of the certificate for the change with the secretary of state, and the publication

of notice thereof by the company for four consecutive weeks in a newspaper published

in such county.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 4961.08

What does Ohio Revised Code § 4961.08 cover?

Section 4961.08 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 § 4961.08?

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Is this the official text of Ohio law?

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