Ohio § 955.07

Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 955.07, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 955.07.

(A) Upon the filing of the application for registration required by sections 955.02 and 955.04 of the Revised Code and upon the payment of the registration fee and the administrative fee, if applicable,

the county auditor shall assign a distinctive number to every dog or dog kennel described

in the application and shall deliver a certificate of registration bearing the number

to the owner of the dog or dog kennel.  A record of all certificates of registration issued, together with the applications

for registration, shall be kept by the auditor in a dog and kennel register until

after an audit performed by the auditor of state.  This record shall be open to the inspection of any person during reasonable business

hours. (B) In addition to the certificate of registration provided for under division (A) of

this section, the county auditor shall issue to every person applying for the registration

of a dog and paying the required fee a metal tag for each dog so registered.  The form, color, character, and lettering of the tag shall be prescribed by the

county auditor.  If a tag is lost, a duplicate shall be furnished by the auditor upon proper proof

of loss and the payment of five dollars for each duplicate tag issued.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 955.07

What does Ohio Revised Code § 955.07 cover?

Section 955.07 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.

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