Property Ownership
What is Ohio's treatment of oil and gas rights in real estate transactions?
AMineral rights always pass with the surface in Ohio
BOhio allows separate ownership of surface and mineral (oil and gas) rights; a deed must specifically convey both to transfer both✓ Correct
CThe state owns all mineral rights in Ohio
DOil and gas rights cannot be sold separately in Ohio
Explanation
In Ohio, surface rights and mineral rights (including oil and gas) can be severed and owned separately. A deed conveys only the interests specifically granted. Buyers in Ohio must carefully review whether mineral rights are included in a transaction.
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