Property Ownership
In Ohio, 'adverse possession' cannot be established against property owned by:
ACorporations
BThe state or federal government (sovereign immunity protects government-owned land)✓ Correct
CIndividuals who own multiple properties
DTrusts
Explanation
Government-owned property (state or federal) is generally immune from adverse possession under the doctrine of sovereign immunity. Adverse possession can only be established against private landowners.
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