Ohio § 5309.26

Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 5309.26, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 5309.26.

The certificate of title first registered in pursuance of a decree of registration

in regard to any parcel of land shall, in the register of titles, be entitled “Original

certificate of title, entered pursuant to decree of the _____ court, dated at _____ (stating time and place of entry of decree and the number of the case).” Such certificate shall relate back to and take effect from the date of the order

or decree directing registration, and all dealings with the land, and all statutory

or other liens upon it subsequent to the filing of the application, shall be subject

to and shown by such order or decree of the probate court or the court of common pleas.  Subsequent certificates relating to the same land shall be in like form, but shall

be entitled “Transfer from No. _____” (the number of the last previous certificate relating to the same land), and also

“Originally registered” (date, volume, and page of registration) and shall take effect

from and be dated the exact time of filing and noting in the county recorder's office

of the instrument of transfer pursuant to which the certificate is issued.  The recorder shall make out and deliver to the proper parties duplicates of all

subsequent certificates. Duplicate certificates may be issued to each person holding a lesser estate but the

recorder shall note in the register of titles and on each duplicate to whom such duplicate

was issued.  All certificates of title shall contain an accurate plat and description of the

lands covered thereby.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 5309.26

What does Ohio Revised Code § 5309.26 cover?

Section 5309.26 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 § 5309.26?

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Is this the official text of Ohio law?

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