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Ohio notice of appeal deadline
Quick answer
In Ohio, you generally must file a notice of appeal within 30 days after entry of the final judgment (Ohio App. R. 4(A)(1)).
Ohio App. R. 4(A)(1)
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How the deadline works
Under Ohio App. R. 4(A)(1), the notice of appeal is due within 30 days after entry of the final judgment. Triggered by entry (or the clerk’s actual service if delayed beyond Civ. R. 58(B)); tolled by timely post-trial motions. A deadline landing on a weekend or court holiday moves to the next business day.
Questions
- How long do I have to file a notice of appeal in Ohio?
- Generally 30 days after entry of the final judgment, under Ohio App. R. 4(A)(1). This deadline is treated as jurisdictional — calendar it conservatively.
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