Ohio Code § 3127.08

Ohio Code § 3127.08. Reproduced from the official Ohio Revised Code, with a citation summary, verification link, and related provisions.

§ 3127.08.

(A) A party to a child custody proceeding, including a modification proceeding, or a

petitioner or respondent in a proceeding to enforce or register a child custody determination,

is not subject to personal jurisdiction in this state for another proceeding or purpose

solely by reason of having participated, or of having been physically present for

the purpose of participating, in the child custody proceeding. (B) A person who is subject to personal jurisdiction in this state on a basis other than

physical presence is not immune from service of process in this state.  A party present in this state who is subject to the jurisdiction of another state

is not immune from service of process allowable under the laws of that state. (C) The immunity granted by division (A) of this section does not extend to civil litigation

based on acts unrelated to the participation in a proceeding under sections 3127.01 to 3127.53 of the Revised Code that are committed by an individual while present in this state.

Source: official Ohio text · Last verified 2026-08-27

At a glance

  • Citation: Ohio Revised Code § 3127.08
  • Jurisdiction: Ohio
  • Code: Ohio Revised Code
  • Text: transcribed from the official source (verify below)

Verify the text

Statute text is transcribed from the official Ohio Revised Code. Confirm it against the primary source before relying on it:

Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed Ohio attorney.

Common questions

What is the source of Ohio Revised Code § 3127.08?

The text above is transcribed from the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutes of Ohio. The official publisher link appears under "Verify the text" on this page.

What subject does Ohio Revised Code § 3127.08 address?

It addresses the rule set out in the section text. Read the section together with the surrounding provisions listed under "Nearby provisions" for the full picture.

Is Ohio Revised Code § 3127.08 still in force?

Statutes are amended, repealed, and renumbered every session. Confirm the current version at the official Ohio source before relying on this text.

Can this page be used as legal advice?

No. This is a reference transcription for research. Applying Ohio law to your facts requires a licensed Ohio attorney who can review the specifics.