What governs the formation of corporations in Ohio?

The formation of corporations in Ohio is primarily governed by the Ohio Revised Code § 1701. This statute provides the legal framework for creating, managing, and dissolving corporations in the state. It outlines the requirements for incorporation, such as the necessary documentation (articles of incorporation), the roles and responsibilities of corporate officers and directors, and the general operational guidelines for corporations.

While the Ohio Constitution may contain some general provisions applicable to businesses, it does not specifically regulate corporate formation. Local city ordinances could address certain business operations within their jurisdictions, but they are subordinate to state law and cannot override the fundamental principles established in the Ohio Revised Code. The Federal Corporation Act does not apply at the state level for the formation of corporations, as corporate law is primarily a state responsibility, meaning that federal law does not govern the formation processes in Ohio.