Ohio § 4971.19
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 4971.19, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4971.19.
If the railroad involved in the judicial proceedings referred to in sections 4971.01 to 4971.19, inclusive, of the Revised Code , is used, in whole or part, by the railroad company in common with another railroad
company, on the same track, between points on the railroad common to both, and within
the limits of the termini established by their charters, the company owning the railroad,
if it can be done without impairing the usefulness thereof to such company, may lease
for a period of years for an annual rent or sell for a fixed sum, to the company to
which the railroad, in whole or in part, is common, an undivided interest in such
railroad upon such terms as they agree upon. Such lease or sale shall be reported to and approved by the court, and when made
and approved, the lessee or vendee thereof shall hold such interest free from any
previous lien on it.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 4971.19
What does Ohio Revised Code § 4971.19 cover?
Section 4971.19 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 § 4971.19?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 4971.19" (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?
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How does Ohio § 4971.19 apply to my situation?
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