Cincinnati Protest Settlement
This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was June 5, 2026. You can still see what it was about and follow the case in court below. Looking for money you can still claim? Browse open settlements →
What happened
People were subjected to physical arrest during political protests in Cincinnati from May 29-June 8, 2020, were charged with misdemeanors, and those charges were later dismissed. The settlement provides compensation to those arrested during these protests.
Do you qualify?
Anyone who was subjected to physical arrest during political protests in Cincinnati between May 29 and June 8, 2020, was charged with a misdemeanor, and had those charges dismissed. Additional compensation is available for those detained over 5 hours or who suffered physical/mental injuries, medical expenses, lost earnings, property damage, housing loss, or attorney fees.
How to file
Class members automatically received Claims Packages mailed on February 5, 2026, and are automatically eligible for base compensation. To claim additional compensation for extended detention (over 5 hours) or uncompensated injuries, submit a Declaration and/or Secondary Claim by June 5, 2026.
Common questions
- How much does the Cincinnati Protest Settlement pay?
- The total settlement fund is $8.1M. Actual amounts depend on how many valid claims are filed — most settlements divide a fixed fund pro rata, so a higher claim rate means a smaller individual check. An "up to" figure is a cap, not a guarantee.
- What is the claim deadline for the Cincinnati Protest Settlement?
- This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was June 5, 2026. Once a claim deadline passes you generally forfeit your share, even if you qualified.
- Do I need proof of purchase for the Cincinnati Protest Settlement?
- Yes. This settlement asks for documentation supporting your claim — a receipt, an account record, or the notice you were sent. Check the official settlement website for exactly which documents are accepted.
- Is the Cincinnati Protest Settlement notice real, or a scam?
- Claims are filed at cincinnatiprotestsettlement.com. Filing a class action claim is always free — no legitimate settlement charges you to claim, and no administrator will ask for payment, a gift card, or your full Social Security number by email or text. If a notice asks for any of those, it is not from the administrator. When in doubt, ignore the link you were sent and go to the official settlement website directly.
- When will payments from the Cincinnati Protest Settlement be sent?
- Class action payouts typically take 12 to 24 months after the claim deadline, and longer if the settlement is appealed. The final approval hearing for this case is set for May 7, 2026; no payments can be issued before a settlement receives final approval.
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