Ohio: rules and deadlines at a glance

Every 9 topic we track for Ohio on one page. Open a topic for the details, the law it comes from and how Ohio compares.

Claim deadlines · Small claims limits · Property division · Dog bite rules · Shared fault rules · Security deposit rules · Eviction notice rules · Property tax rates

General information only, not legal, insurance or financial advice. Not affiliated with any government agency. Exceptions can apply; open a topic for the details.

Filing deadlines (statute of limitations)

Property damage	2 years

Claim deadlines

Acknowledge	15 days
Accept or deny	21 days after proof of loss
Pay	10 days after acceptance (undisputed amount)

Small claims limits Single detailed source

Dollar limit	$6,000
Filing fee	Varies by court
Lawyers	Allowed

Property division

System	Equitable distribution
Opt-in community property	No

Dog bite rules Single detailed source

Rule	Strict liability
Details	Strict liability

Shared fault rules

Rule	Modified comparative negligence (51% bar)
When you are barred	Barred if you are 51% or more at fault

Security deposit rules Single detailed source

Maximum deposit	No state limit
Return deadline	30 days

Eviction notice rules Single detailed source

Notice before filing	3 days' notice to leave

Property tax rates

Effective rate	1.36%
On a $300,000 home	$4,080 a year