Nov 4, 11:03 AM
Help For Military Personnel
If you, or some one you know, are being called to active military service there are a number of programs and laws designed to help you. In Ohio, you can call the PATRIOT program at 1-866-GI-HELPR (1-866-444-3577)
and get information about the program from the Ohio Attorney General’s Office. The AG’s website also offers an online brochure that provides an overview of the program.
All active duty servicemembers are entitled to the protection of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, a law which amends the prior Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Civil Relief Act. It is a federal law applicable in each state and provides some very powerful protection to the active-duty servicemember.
Some of the more important provisions of the Act are:
- A mandatory reduction of interest on mortgage and consumer loans to 6%.
- A mandatory delay of court or administrative proceedings for 90 days.
- The termination of leases – including automobile leases.
- Some protection from being evicted.
- Default judgment protection.
- Clarification of what states and municipalities can tax as “income.”
- Protection for life and health insurance benefits.
If you are an Ohio servicemember about to be put on active duty, we can offer assistance dealing with landlords, lessors and creditors who refuse to honor your service and rights under this law.
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