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Ohio Jury Duty Guide (2026)

What Ohio pays for jury service, whether your employer has to keep paying you, and the exemptions and job protections the law gives you.

Updated for 2026 Last verified: Jun 10, 2026
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Jury pay & compensation

Daily jury pay
Varies by county - commissioners set the daily fee (commonly $10 to $40/day). After 10 days of service, each additional day is the greater of $15 or 1.5 times the county rate (ORC § 2313.16)
Transportation & parking
No — statewide juror mileage reimbursement; some counties may reimburse at their discretion.
Overnight / special circumstances
No — set per diem. Sequestered jurors are furnished meals and lodging at court direction.

Employer requirements

Employer required to pay
No — Ohio does not require employers to pay wages, but an employer may not require the use of vacation, sick, or personal leave, or discipline an employee who gives reasonable notice (ORC § 2313.18)
Job protection law
Yes — ORC § 2313.18 bars discharge, threats, or discipline against a permanent employee summoned for jury service who gives reasonable notice
Exemptions
No — occupational exemptions; discretionary excusal for hardship; disqualifications under ORC § 2313.17

Additional information

Court applicability
Applies to Courts of Common Pleas and Municipal or County Courts.
Common questions

Ohio jury duty FAQ

How much does Ohio pay for jury duty?
Varies by county - commissioners set the daily fee (commonly $10 to $40/day). After 10 days of service, each additional day is the greater of $15 or 1.5 times the county rate (ORC § 2313.16). No statewide juror mileage reimbursement; some counties may reimburse at their discretion.
Do employers in Ohio have to pay employees during jury duty?
No - Ohio does not require employers to pay wages, but an employer may not require the use of vacation, sick, or personal leave, or discipline an employee who gives reasonable notice (ORC § 2313.18)
What job protections exist for jurors in Ohio?
Yes - ORC § 2313.18 bars discharge, threats, or discipline against a permanent employee summoned for jury service who gives reasonable notice
Who can be exempt from jury duty in Ohio?
No occupational exemptions; discretionary excusal for hardship; disqualifications under ORC § 2313.17
Where can I find the official Ohio jury duty information?
You can find official information about jury duty in Ohio on the official court website or by reviewing the relevant statutes, both linked on this page.