Ohio § 955.05
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 955.05, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 955.05.
After the thirty-first day of January of any year, except as otherwise provided in section 955.022 or 955.16 of the Revised Code , every person, immediately upon becoming the owner, keeper, or harborer of any dog
more than three months of age or brought from outside the state during any year, shall
file like applications, with fees, as required by section 955.02 of the Revised Code , for registration for a period of one year or three years or an application for permanent
registration. If the application is not filed and the fee paid, within thirty days after the dog
is acquired, becomes three months of age, or is brought from outside the state, the
auditor shall assess a penalty in an amount equal to the registration fee for one
year upon the owner, keeper, or harborer, which shall be paid with the registration
fee. Thereafter, the owner, keeper, or harborer shall register the dog as provided in section 955.02 of the Revised Code , as applicable. Every person becoming the owner of a dog kennel after the thirty-first day of January
of any year shall file like applications, with fees, as required by section 955.04 of the Revised Code , for the registration of such kennel for the current calendar year. If such application is not filed and the fee paid within thirty days after the person
becomes the owner of such kennel, the auditor shall assess a penalty in an amount
equal to the registration fee upon the owner of such kennel.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 955.05
What does Ohio Revised Code § 955.05 cover?
Section 955.05 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 § 955.05?
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Is this the official text of Ohio law?
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How does Ohio § 955.05 apply to my situation?
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