Ohio § 5321.15
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 5321.15, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5321.15.
(A) No landlord of residential premises shall initiate any act, including termination
of utilities or services, exclusion from the premises, or threat of any unlawful act,
against a tenant, or a tenant whose right to possession has terminated, for the purpose
of recovering possession of residential premises, other than as provided in Chapters
1923., 5303., and 5321. of the Revised Code. (B) No landlord of residential premises shall seize the furnishings or possessions of
a tenant, or of a tenant whose right to possession has terminated, for the purpose
of recovering rent payments, other than in accordance with an order issued by a court
of competent jurisdiction. (C) A landlord who violates this section is liable in a civil action for all damages
caused to a tenant, or to a tenant whose right to possession has terminated, together
with reasonable attorneys fees.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 5321.15
What does Ohio Revised Code § 5321.15 cover?
Section 5321.15 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 § 5321.15?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 5321.15" (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?
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How does Ohio § 5321.15 apply to my situation?
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