Ohio Drug Paraphernalia

Columbus Drug Paraphernalia Lawyer

If you have been charged with possession of drug paraphernalia, it is important to know your rights.  An experienced attorney will help you develop a defense strategy against an Ohio drug paraphernalia charge.  Laws dealing with drug possession can be daunting and confusing, especially in Ohio. It is highly recommended that you secure the services of a competent criminal lawyer to help defend your future and your freedom. Contact Attorney Adam Burke for your free consultation today at (614) 280-9122.

Ohio Drug Paraphernalia Law Change

Before Sep. 28th 2012, the possession of drug paraphernalia was considered to be a 4th-degree misdemeanor. This meant it carried a 30-day jail sentence and a fine. More importantly, it hampered the future job prospects of those convicted under this law. It is now considered (in most cases) a minor misdemeanor with no jail time. ¹

Ohio Drug Paraphernalia

Does this mean you should not be worried if you are convicted of possession of drug paraphernalia? No. You should still be worried.

The state of Ohio considers drug paraphernalia as equipment, product, or material that is used or intended to be used to introduce controlled substances into the human body. These controlled substances are drugs, like marijuana, and medicines as defined by the Ohio Revised Code Schedule (I-V).  Examples of drug paraphernalia would be a drug manufacturing kit, a hypodermic needle for drug injection, or a container to store the drug. ²

If you are caught in the possession of drug paraphernalia, you will be charged according to the degree of the misdemeanor you may have committed.

Ohio Drug Paraphernalia Penalties

If you have not sold the drug paraphernalia to someone or supplied it, you may escape with a minor misdemeanor charge. If convicted, your driver’s license is still subject to mandatory suspension for a period of 6 months to 5 years, as decided by a judge. You may also be placed on probation, again at the judge’s behest. ³

If you have supplied drug paraphernalia to juveniles, it is likely that the State will charge you with a major degree misdemeanor. You may have to pay a significant fine and spend time in jail.

Additionally, if you advertise about drug paraphernalia (in a newspaper for example), it is considered a misdemeanor by the state of Ohio.

Attorney Adam Burke Llc — Columbus, Ohio Drug Paraphernalia Attorney

If you have been charged with possession of drug paraphernalia, it is best to consult a lawyer to get help with your unique situation. Attorney Adam Burke will make every effort to help you avoid serious penalties.  Contact Attorney Adam Burke today for your free consultation at (614) 280-9122.