Ohio § 742.445
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 742.445, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 742.445.
If a member ceases participation in the deferred retirement option plan due to acceptance
by the member of a disability benefit awarded by the board of trustees of the Ohio
police and fire pension fund, both of the following apply: (A) The member shall forfeit all amounts that have accrued under section 742.443 of the Revised Code to the member's benefit under the deferred retirement option plan, and those amounts
shall be treated as if the member had continued in the active service of a police
or fire department and not participated in the plan. (B) The member shall be granted service credit for the period the member was participating
in the plan.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 742.445
What does Ohio Revised Code § 742.445 cover?
Section 742.445 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 § 742.445?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 742.445" (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 § 742.445 apply to my situation?
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