Ohio Calculadora de Cargos por Mora
Calculate late fees for Ohio invoices using state-specific rules, maximum rates, and grace periods.
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Applicable Statutes
- Ohio Rev. Code § 1343.01 (legal rate)
- Ohio Rev. Code § 1343.03 (rate when not stipulated)
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Ohio Late Fee Rules
Ohio is the one state where the wording of your paperwork matters most: the Ohio Supreme Court held in 2008 that an interest rate printed on an invoice alone is not enforceable. Both parties must agree to the rate in a separate written contract.
Statutory maximum is 8%/year on written instruments.
Amounts over $100K: parties may agree to any rate.
Interest rates printed on invoices are NOT enforceable (Ohio Supreme Court, 2008).
Both parties must expressly agree to rates in a separate written contract.
Worked Example: Ohio Late Fee
On a $2,000 invoice 30 days late at 1.5%/month, the fee is $30 — but only if that rate appears in a signed agreement, not just on the invoice. Without that, Ohio's 8%/year statutory rate applies.
Important Note
Ohio is notable: rates on invoices alone are NOT enforceable. Both parties must agree in a written contract. Include late fee terms in service agreements, not just invoices.
This information is for general educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Ohio laws may change. Consult a licensed attorney in your state for advice specific to your situation.
Ohio Late Fee FAQs
What is the maximum late fee allowed in Ohio?
In Ohio (OH), the maximum late fee is: No statutory cap; must be in a written contract agreed by both parties. The maximum interest rate is 8% per year (default); exempt for principal over $100K. Always include late fee terms in your contracts before invoicing.
Is there a grace period for late fees in Ohio?
Ohio grace period: No statutory grace period. Check your specific contract terms and applicable OH statutes for details.
What is the most common late fee rate used in Ohio?
The most common late fee rate for commercial invoices in Ohio is 1.5% per month. Ohio is notable: rates on invoices alone are NOT enforceable. Both parties must agree in a written contract. Include late fee terms in service agreements, not just invoices.
Which Ohio statutes govern late fees on invoices?
The key Ohio statutes governing late fees and interest on invoices are:
- Ohio Rev. Code § 1343.01 (legal rate)
- Ohio Rev. Code § 1343.03 (rate when not stipulated)
Consult a OH attorney for advice specific to your situation.
Can I charge interest on overdue invoices in Ohio?
Yes, but only if the rate is in a written contract both parties accepted. The statutory default is 8%/year (amounts over $100K can be any agreed rate). A rate that appears solely on the invoice is unenforceable in Ohio.
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