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Ohio interrogatory response deadline

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In Ohio, you generally must answer interrogatories within 28 days after service of the interrogatories (Ohio Civ. R. 33(A)).

Ohio Civ. R. 33(A)
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Estimates based on standard Ohio rules and court-holiday closures; not legal advice. Confirm against your specific case, local administrative orders, and the current rules.

How the deadline works

Under Ohio Civ. R. 33(A), the answers and objections to interrogatories is due within 28 days after service of the interrogatories. When the triggering paper is served by mail, Ohio Civ. R. 6(D) adds 3 days for service by mail or commercial carrier. A deadline landing on a weekend or court holiday moves to the next business day.

  • Served by mail? Ohio Civ. R. 6(D) adds 3 days for service by mail or commercial carrier. Select “Service by mail” above and the calculator applies it.

Questions

How long do I have to answer interrogatories in Ohio?
Generally 28 days after service of the interrogatories, under Ohio Civ. R. 33(A).