Ohio § 5561.12
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 5561.12, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5561.12.
After the completion of construction work, grade crossings and approaches shall be
kept in repair as follows: (A) When the public way crosses a railroad or interurban railway, by an overhead bridge,
the cost of maintenance must be borne by the county or state, as may be provided by
law. (B) When the public way passes under a railroad or interurban railway, the bridge and
its abutments shall be kept and maintained by the railroad or interurban railway company
in such proportions as are fixed by agreement between the parties, or, in the absence
of such agreement, in such proportions as are fixed by the court of common pleas of
the county in which the improvement is located, and the public way and its approaches
shall be maintained and kept in repair by the county in which they are situated or
by the state.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 5561.12
What does Ohio Revised Code § 5561.12 cover?
Section 5561.12 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 § 5561.12?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 5561.12" (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 § 5561.12 apply to my situation?
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