Ohio § 4967.02
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 4967.02, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4967.02.
A company organized in this state for the purpose of constructing, owning, and operating
a railroad, or whose railroad is made or is in process of construction to a point
within or without, or to the boundary line of, this state, may consolidate its capital
stock, property, and franchises with those of a company in this or any other state,
organized for a like purpose, whose railroad has been projected, constructed, or is
in process of construction to the same point, or either company may merge or be merged
into the other when the railroads so united and constructed will form a continuous
or connected but not competing line for the passage of cars. Railroads running or to be constructed to the banks of a river which is not bridged,
or to the tracks and property of a union depot or terminal company, the use of which
is enjoyed by either of the companies proposed to be consolidated or merged, or to
the tracks of another railroad over which either has the right to operate by favor
of a lease or under any trackage agreement, shall be held to be continuous or connected
under this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 4967.02
What does Ohio Revised Code § 4967.02 cover?
Section 4967.02 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 § 4967.02?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 4967.02" (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 § 4967.02 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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