Ohio § 517.271
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 517.271, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 517.271.
Notwithstanding section 517.22 of the Revised Code , the company, association, or religious society that most recently owned and operated
a cemetery currently owned by a board of township trustees may petition the probate
court of the county in which the cemetery is located to transfer the ownership of
the cemetery to the petitioner. If the court determines that the petitioner has met all of the following conditions,
the court shall transfer the ownership of the cemetery to the petitioner and shall
order the board and county recorder to give the petitioner all necessary records and
documents concerning the cemetery, including records of the board's sale of any lots
pursuant to section 517.07 of the Revised Code : (A) The petitioner has the financial resources necessary to operate and maintain the
cemetery; (B) The petitioner is in compliance with all applicable laws and administrative rules
concerning the owners and operators of cemeteries, including registration under section 4767.02 of the Revised Code ; and (C) The petitioner owes no delinquent taxes.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 517.271
What does Ohio Revised Code § 517.271 cover?
Section 517.271 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 § 517.271?
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Is this the official text of Ohio law?
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How does Ohio § 517.271 apply to my situation?
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