Ohio § 503.241
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 503.241, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 503.241.
Whenever any township officer ceases to reside in the township, or is absent from
the township for ninety consecutive days, except in case of sickness or injury as
provided in this section, the officer's office shall be deemed vacant and the board
of township trustees shall declare a vacancy to exist in such office. Such vacancy shall be filled in the manner provided by section 503.24 of the Revised Code . Whenever any township officer is absent from the township because of sickness or
injury, the officer shall cause to be filed with the board of township trustees a
certificate from a physician, certified nurse-midwife, clinical nurse specialist,
or certified nurse practitioner of the officer's sickness or injury. If such certificate is not filed with the board within ten days after the expiration
of the ninety consecutive days of absence from the township, the officer's office
shall be deemed vacant and the board of township trustees shall declare a vacancy
to exist in such office. This section shall not apply to a township officer while in the active military service
of the United States.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 503.241
What does Ohio Revised Code § 503.241 cover?
Section 503.241 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 § 503.241?
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Is this the official text of Ohio law?
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How does Ohio § 503.241 apply to my situation?
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