Use this form if you want to: • request a distribution for a financial hardship due to an unforeseeable emergency. The Ohio Deferred Compensation program offers a flexible and taxadvantaged way for government employees to supplement retirement savings.In a 457 account, like Ohio DC, you can withdraw your funds, penalty-free, after terminating employment with your employer. Find your employer's plan. Contributions and any earnings are tax-deferred (both federal and state income taxes) until money is withdrawn. Withdrawals are taxed as ordinary income. The Early Withdrawal Calculator (the "tool") allows you to estimate the impact of taking a hypothetical early withdrawal from your retirement account.