Ohio § 5731.47
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 5731.47, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5731.47.
The fees of the sheriff or other officers for services performed under this chapter
and the expenses of the county auditor shall be certified by the county auditor by
a report filed with the tax commissioner. If the tax commissioner finds that those fees and expenses are correct and reasonable
in amount, the tax commissioner shall indicate approval of the fees and expenses in
writing to the county auditor. The county auditor shall pay those fees and expenses out of the undivided estate
tax fund. The county auditor then shall deduct, from the amount required to be credited to
each of the funds or boards of education listed or referred to in division (A) of section 5731.48 of the Revised Code , a pro rata share of the amount so paid. The pro rata share shall be computed on the basis of the proportions of the gross
taxes levied and paid under this chapter that are required to be credited to the funds
or boards of education listed or referred to under that section. The county auditor shall draw warrants payable from those taxes on the county treasurer
in favor of the fee funds or officers personally entitled to the fees and expenses.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 5731.47
What does Ohio Revised Code § 5731.47 cover?
Section 5731.47 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 § 5731.47?
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Is this the official text of Ohio law?
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