Ohio § 507.02
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 507.02, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 507.02.
When the office of township fiscal officer becomes vacant, or when a township fiscal
officer is unable to carry out the duties of office because of illness, because of
entering the military service of the United States, because of a court ordered suspension
as provided for under section 507.13 of the Revised Code , or because the fiscal officer is otherwise incapacitated or disqualified, the board
of township trustees shall appoint a deputy fiscal officer, who shall have full power
to discharge the duties of the office. The deputy fiscal officer shall serve during the period of time the fiscal officer
is absent or incapacitated, or until a successor fiscal officer is appointed or elected
and qualified as provided in section 503.24 of the Revised Code . Except as otherwise provided in section 3.061 of the Revised Code , before entering on the discharge of official duties, the deputy fiscal officer shall
give bond, for the faithful discharge of official duties, as required under section 507.03 of the Revised Code . The board shall, by resolution, adjust and determine the compensation of the fiscal
officer and deputy fiscal officer. The total compensation of both the fiscal officer and any deputy fiscal officer
shall not exceed the sums fixed by section 507.09 of the Revised Code in any one year.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 507.02
What does Ohio Revised Code § 507.02 cover?
Section 507.02 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 § 507.02?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 507.02" (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 § 507.02 apply to my situation?
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