3 days nonpayment notice.
Eviction requires a 3-day notice to leave before filing. Month-to-month tenancies end on 30 days' notice.
What this means for you: Ohio's 3-day notice is required before any eviction filing.
Your next step: Note the 3-day notice; seek legal aid quickly if served.
Source: Ohio Rev. Code §§ 1923.04, 5321.17. Reviewed 2026-06-16 (needs local verification).
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Eviction in nearby states: Michigan (7 days nonpayment notice) · Indiana (10 days nonpayment notice) · Kentucky (7 days nonpayment notice) · West Virginia (no fixed period nonpayment notice) · Pennsylvania (10 days nonpayment notice).
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and vary by locality; consult a licensed attorney or your local housing authority.
Updated July 2026