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Possession of a Controlled Substance: Drug Possession Laws

Drug Possession, a.k.a. Possession of a controlled substance is defined in Ohio as knowingly obtaining, possessing or using a controlled substance under the Ohio Revised Code § 2925.11. As applied to marijuana, possession of less than 100 grams (or about 3.5 ounces), giving 20 grams or less of marijuana to another person, or growing less than 100 grams of marijuana are each considered “minor misdemeanors,” punishable by a maximum fine of $150. A minor misdemeanor is not a “jailable” offense, but a person’s driver’s license can be suspended for a period ranging from six months to five years, and a...

30 September

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Ohio Drug Laws And College Students

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If you attend college in Ohio you need to know Ohio Drug Laws and how they can get you in trouble. Selling or distributing illicit drugs: O.R.C. Section 2925.03 prohibits any person from selling or offering to sell any controlled substance, preparing or packaging any controlled substance for sale, or distributing any controlled substances. Anyone who violates this statute is guilty of drug trafficking. Violation of this statute is a felony, the level of which depends on the specific criteria set forth in Section 2925.03(C), including type and weight of drug. The minimum penalty for a fifth degree felony can include 6...

22 April

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Ohio DUI Blood Test: How to Win A Blood Test Case

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In order to successfully defend a blood test case, a DUI defense lawyer must be familiar with Ohio’s DUI law (O.R.C. 4511.19) and the Ohio Administrative Code sections which apply to the collection, storing, transporting and testing of the whole blood, blood plasma and/or blood serum specimen. Amphetamine, cocaine, heroine, Marijuana, Methamphetamine, Phencyclidine and L.S.D. are specifically mentioned in Ohio’s DUI/OVI statute as illegal controlled substances. The law states how much of each substance must be detected in a chemical test of urine, whole blood, blood plasma, and/or blood serum in order to sustain a charge. A blood test is seen as...

30 January

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Save Your CDL (by DaytonDUI)

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I Fight For Commercial DriversOhio Revised Code 4506.16 sets for the ways that you can be disqualified or lose your commercial driver’s license.4506.16(D)(5) If you are convicted of two “serious traffic violations” within a three (3) year period, your commercial driver’s license will be suspended for sixty (60) days. 4506.16(D)(6) If you are convicted of three “serious traffic violations” within a three (3) year period, you commercial driver’s license will be suspended for 120 days.If you receive a conviction of any of the following, your commercial driver’s license will be suspended for one year:4506.15(A)(2) You have a BAC...

14 February

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Ohio’s Marihuana Possession Laws

Posted by Dayton DUI

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Marihuana is illegal in Ohio. See O.R.C. 2925.11. While some states have taken steps to legalize, decriminalize or actively not enforce marihuana laws, Ohio maintains criminal penalties for possession of even small amounts of pot. The Ohio State Highway Patrol has stepped up marihuana enforcement and local police, depending on the jurisdiction, are vigilant in enforcing marihuana laws. Unlike many other states, Ohio’s penalties are based entirely on weight. Even a trace amount of a controlled substance may be the basis for a drug abuse conviction. State v. Teamer (1998), 82 Ohio St. 3d 490.Possession of less than 100 grams is a...

31 January

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Ohio Controlled Substances Act, Drug Schedules

Posted by Dayton DUI

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If you get arrested for possession of a controlled substance, it feels like your world is falling apart. If you are unfamiliar with the judicial system you are likely scared to death and wondering what will happen. The first and most important decision you can make at this point is to hire an experienced and competent defender. Charles M. Rowland II will file a motion to suppress, aggressively prepare for trial and present your best case to the prosecutor. Preparation leads to better results including dismissal, a reduction in your charge, treatments in lieu of conviction, or an acquittal at...

31 August

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Driving Under the Influence of Drugs in Ohio

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Ohio Revised Code 4511.19(A)(1)(j) prohibits the operation of a motor vehicle under the influence of a controlled substance, specifically if your blood or urine contains a statutorily specified concentration of: amphetamine, cocaine, cocaine metabolite, heroin, heroin metabolite (6-monoacetyl morphine), L.S.D., marijuana, marijuana metabolite, methamphetamine, phencyclidine, salvia divinorum, or salvinorin A. Dayton DUI Attorney Charles M. Rowland II dedicates himself to the defense of the accused drunk driver. He has attended the latest forensic science seminar of the National College for DUI Defense and is the only Ohio OVI attorney to have earned certification in Forensic Sobriety Assessment. If you need an...

15 March

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Ohio OVI Law: Impairment by Drugs of Abuse

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Image via WikipediaOhio Revised Code 4511.19(A)(1)(j) prohibits the operation of a vehicle under the influence of any of the following controlled substances: amphetamine, cocaine, cocaine metabolite, heroin, heroin metabolite (6-monoacetyl morphine), L.S.D., marijuana, marijuana metabolite, methamphetamine, phencyclidine, salvia divinorum, or salvinorin A. The statute sets forth statutorily prohibited concentrations of each of the drugs set forth above. For impairment purposes, "drugs of abuse" is defined as set forth in Ohio Revised Code 3719.01 which includes not only illegal drugs and/or controlled substances but also includes harmful intoxicants under Ohio Revised Code 2925.01(I) and dangerous drugs under Ohio...

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