Ohio Background Check Laws

Who must follow: This ban-the-box law applies only to public sector employers for the state of Ohio, including cities and counties.

Timing of inquiry: Public sector employers in Ohio may only inquire into criminal history after a conditional offer.

Adverse action implications:

• Individualized assessment: This location requires an individualized assessment be performed prior to final adverse action.

See which Ohio counties and cities have local ban-the-box and fair hiring laws.