Ohio Attorney CE audits & penalties

What happens if a attorney misses CE requirements in Ohio, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.

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Attorneys who fail to register and pay by the deadline (plus the 60-day late window with a $100 late fee) are administratively suspended and barred from practicing; the suspension counts as prior discipline in future sanction proceedings. Reinstatement requires registration for all missed biennia, payment of all fees, and a reinstatement fee.Verify with board

How compliance is checked

No audit process appears in the available data. Keep your certificates regardless — boards can request proof of completion at renewal or during an investigation.

Official source: Supreme Court of Ohio

⚠️Don't learn this the hard way. Penalties are set by the board and can change — verify against the official source before relying on this summary.

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