In a 457 account, like Ohio DC, you can withdraw your funds, penalty-free, after terminating employment with your employer. Is there a penalty for withdrawing before age 59½?How does my participation in Ohio DC affect my taxes? Your money is available when you separate from your employer. A: Ohio DC does not dictate due dates, nor does it assess late fees, penalties, or interest. The Supreme Court has made clear that a federal district court has.