Ohio § 5589.211
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 5589.211, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5589.211.
No railroad company shall obstruct, or permit or cause to be obstructed, a public
street, road, or highway, by permitting any part of a train whose crew has abandoned
the locomotive to remain across it for longer than five minutes to the hindrance or
inconvenience of travelers or a person passing along or upon the street, road, or
highway, unless the safety of the train crew requires them to abandon the locomotive. Upon the filing of an affidavit or complaint for violation of this section, summons
shall be issued to the railroad company pursuant to division (B) of section 2935.10 of the Revised Code , which summons shall be served on the regular ticket or freight agent of the company
in the county where the offense occurred.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 5589.211
What does Ohio Revised Code § 5589.211 cover?
Section 5589.211 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 § 5589.211?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 5589.211" (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 § 5589.211 apply to my situation?
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