Ohio Code § 3901.28
Ohio Code § 3901.28. Reproduced from the official Ohio Revised Code, with a citation summary, verification link, and related provisions.
§ 3901.28.
In the event that the board of directors of a domestic insurance company has not adopted
emergency bylaws, the following provisions shall become effective upon the occurrence
of an emergency as described in section 3901.27 of the Revised Code . (A) Three directors shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business at all
meetings of the board. (B) Any vacancy in the board may be filled by a majority of the remaining directors,
though less than a quorum, or by a sole remaining director. (C) If there are no surviving directors, but at least three vice-presidents of the company
survive, the three vice-presidents with the longest term of service shall be the directors
and shall possess all of the powers of the previous board of directors and such powers
as are granted herein or by subsequently enacted legislation. By majority vote, said emergency board of directors may elect other directors. If there are not at least three surviving vice-presidents, the superintendent of
insurance or duly designated person exercising the powers of the superintendent shall
appoint three persons as directors who shall possess all of the powers of the previous
board of directors and such powers as are granted herein or by subsequently enacted
legislation, and these directors may, by majority vote, elect other directors.
Source: official Ohio text · Last verified 2026-08-27
At a glance
- Citation: Ohio Revised Code § 3901.28
- Jurisdiction: Ohio
- Code: Ohio Revised Code
- Text: transcribed from the official source (verify below)
Verify the text
Statute text is transcribed from the official Ohio Revised Code. Confirm it against the primary source before relying on it:
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed Ohio attorney.
Common questions
What is the source of Ohio Revised Code § 3901.28?
The text above is transcribed from the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutes of Ohio. The official publisher link appears under "Verify the text" on this page.
What subject does Ohio Revised Code § 3901.28 address?
It addresses the rule set out in the section text. Read the section together with the surrounding provisions listed under "Nearby provisions" for the full picture.
Is Ohio Revised Code § 3901.28 still in force?
Statutes are amended, repealed, and renumbered every session. Confirm the current version at the official Ohio source before relying on this text.
Can this page be used as legal advice?
No. This is a reference transcription for research. Applying Ohio law to your facts requires a licensed Ohio attorney who can review the specifics.