Ohio § 5739.31
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 5739.31, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5739.31.
(A)(1) No person shall engage in the business of selling at retail or sell at retail incidental
to any other regularly conducted business without having a license therefor, as required
by sections 5739.01 to 5739.31 of the Revised Code . (2) No person shall engage in the business of selling at retail as a transient vendor,
as defined in section 5739.17 of the Revised Code , without first having obtained a license as required by that section. (B) No person shall continue to engage in the business of selling at retail or sell at
retail incidental to any other regularly conducted business after the license issued
to that person pursuant to section 5739.17 of the Revised Code has been suspended by the tax commissioner under division (B)(2) of section 5739.30 of the Revised Code , nor shall any person obtain a new license from any county auditor or the tax commissioner
while such suspension is in effect. If a corporation's license has been suspended, none of its officers, or employees
having control or supervision of or charged with the responsibility of filing returns
and making payments of tax due, shall obtain a license from any county auditor or
the tax commissioner during the period of such suspension. The tax commissioner may cancel any licenses granted while the suspension is in
effect.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 5739.31
What does Ohio Revised Code § 5739.31 cover?
Section 5739.31 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 § 5739.31?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 5739.31" (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 § 5739.31 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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