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Ohio request for production response deadline

Quick answer

In Ohio, you generally must respond to a request for production within 28 days after service of the request (Ohio Civ. R. 34(B)(1)).

Ohio Civ. R. 34(B)(1)
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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. 34(B)(1), the response to the request for production is due within 28 days after service of the request. 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 respond to a request for production in Ohio?
Generally 28 days after service of the request, under Ohio Civ. R. 34(B)(1).