Ohio Records Retention: How Long to Keep Business Documents

Ohio’s retention requirements vary by record type. Below are general guidelines—always verify with the Ohio Revised Code or legal counsel for your specific situation.

Record CategoryMinimum Retention
General (accounting, contracts, correspondence)3 years
Tax records (income, sales, payroll)7 years
Employee records (personnel, payroll, medical)1 year after termination
Financial (bank statements, check registers, investments)5 years
Property (deeds, leases, insurance)7 years after disposal
Legal (lawsuits, contracts, court orders)7 years after resolution
Medical records7 years after death or last treatment

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Industry-specific rules (healthcare, finance, government) may impose longer periods.

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