Ohio § 5505.19
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 5505.19, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5505.19.
Subject to section 5505.26 of the Revised Code , a member of the state highway patrol retirement system who ceases to be an employee
of the state highway patrol for any cause except death, disability, or retirement,
upon application filed in writing with the state highway patrol retirement board,
shall be paid the accumulated contributions, less interest, standing to the credit
of the member's individual account in the employees' savings fund. A member described in this section who is married at the time of application for payment
and would be eligible for a pension payable under division (A)(1) or (2) of section
5505.17 of the Revised Code but for a forfeiture ordered under division (A) or (B) of section 2929.192 of the Revised Code shall submit with the application a written statement by the member's spouse attesting
that the spouse consents to the payment of the member's accumulated contributions. Consent shall be valid only if it is signed and witnessed by a notary public. The board may waive the requirement of consent if the spouse is incapacitated or
cannot be located, or for any other reason specified by the board. Consent or waiver is effective only with regard to the spouse who is the subject
of the consent or waiver.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 5505.19
What does Ohio Revised Code § 5505.19 cover?
Section 5505.19 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 § 5505.19?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 5505.19" (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 § 5505.19 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Ohio can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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