Ohio § 4973.14
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 4973.14, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4973.14.
The person, company, or firm to whom is offered for sale, pledge, or trade, worn or
used links, pins, journal bearings, or other worn, used, or detached appendages of
railroad equipment, or scrap metal of iron, brass, or steel appertaining to such equipment
or to a railroad track, before purchasing or dealing in it, shall ascertain whether
the ownership thereof is lawfully derived, by bill of sale or otherwise, from a company,
or the superintendent, managing agent, or receiver of the company. When the right or title to such article of metal is drawn in question in any suit,
the person, company, or firm dealing in such metal, or its assignee, party thereto,
must make prima-facie proof of title and ownership so derived. If it appears, prima facie, from the evidence on the trial that any of the articles
or metals in controversy were unlawfully obtained, and mixed or confused with other
scrap metal, it shall be deemed a confusion of goods unless the party claiming against
the title of the company establishes, prima facie, a lawful title from or through
a railroad company to the residue.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 4973.14
What does Ohio Revised Code § 4973.14 cover?
Section 4973.14 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 § 4973.14?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 4973.14" (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 § 4973.14 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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