Ohio Eviction Rules
Official notice periods, filing timelines, and legal citations for this state.
Notice Requirements
Nonpayment of Rent
3 days
Lease Violation
3 days
When can the landlord file?
Landlord may file after the 3-day Notice to Leave the Premises expires.
Tenant answer deadline
Tenant typically responds at the hearing; written answers not required.
Hearing timeline
Hearings usually occur 10–21 days after filing depending on service.
Lockout / physical eviction
Only the sheriff or bailiff may execute the set-out after a writ of restitution.
Eviction Process Timeline
Notice Period (Nonpayment)
3 days
Notice Period (Lease Violation)
3 days
Landlord Can File
Landlord may file after the 3-day Notice to Leave the Premises expires.
Tenant Answer Deadline
Tenant typically responds at the hearing; written answers not required.
Hearing Timeline
Hearings usually occur 10–21 days after filing depending on service.
Lockout / Physical Eviction
Only the sheriff or bailiff may execute the set-out after a writ of restitution.
Legal Citations
- Ohio Rev. Code § 1923.04
- Ohio Legal Help — Eviction Process