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Drugged Driving Ohio Attorney
If you have been convicted of drugged driving in Ohio, it is important to hire an experienced attorney to represent you. Drugged driving has just as serious consequences as drunk driving and can potentially impact your future employment opportunities. Not to mention, it can also cause serious risk to other road users. Some people will commit this offense once and then learn their lesson, however, some people will continue to re-offend multiple times. If you've been caught drugged driving on more than one occasion, it might be a good idea to consider visiting https://westcoastrecoverycenters.com/, or another rehabilitation center near you, to see if they can help you to overcome your addiction. With a drug addiction, life opportunities are limited. That's why it's important to stop committing offenses like these and attend a facility (similar to a Arvada rehab) in order to help you move on from this addiction.
If you need legal help with your drug offence, call Attorney Adam Burke for your free consultation at (614) 280-9122.
Drugged Driving Ohio
Under ORC 4511.19, a person shall not operate any vehicle under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or a combination of the two. Additionally, a person shall not operate a vehicle with the following drug concentrations:
| Drug | Urine/Nanograms | Blood/Nanograms |
|---|---|---|
| Amphetamine | 500 | 100 |
| Cocaine | 50 | 50 |
| Heroin | 2,000 | 50 |
| L.S.D. | 25 | 10 |
| Marijuana | 10 | 2 |
A driver arrested for drugged driving in Ohio will be charged with driving under the influence and subject to DUI penalties. 1
Drugged Driving Ohio Penalties
First offense 1st degree misdemeanor - mandatory minimum of a consecutive sentence of 3 days and up to a maximum of 6 months OR required attendance in a driver's intervention program for 3 days; fines between $375 and $1075; 6 months to 3 years license suspension.
Second offense (within 6 years) 1st degree misdemeanor - mandatory minimum of a consecutive sentence of 10 days and up to a maximum of 6 months; required assessment by alcohol and drug treatment program; fines between $525 and $1,625; class 4 license suspension (1 to 5 years); offender's vehicle and license plates impounded for 90 days.
Third offense (within 6 years) misdemeanor - mandatory minimum of a consecutive sentence of 30 days and up to a maximum of not more than 1 year; fines between $850 and $2,750; class 3 license suspension (2 to 10 years); required participation in an alcohol and drug addiction program; criminal forfeiture of vehicle.
Fourth or Fifth offense 4th degree felony - mandatory minimum of a consecutive sentence of 60 days and up to a maximum of 1 to 5 years; fines between $1350 and $10,500; 3 years to life license suspension; required participation in an alcohol and drug addiction program; potential criminal forfeiture of vehicle.
Sixth Offense (or more) 3rd degree felony - mandatory minimum of a consecutive sentence of 120 days and up to a maximum of 1 to 5 years; fines between $1350 and $10,500; license suspension; mandatory participation in an alcohol and drug addiction program; potential criminal forfeiture of vehicle. 2
Attorney Adam Burke Llc - Columbus, Ohio Drugged Driving Lawyer
If you are arrested for drugged driving, you are still subject to the same DUI penalties. The penalties are different depending on whether it is your first or sixth offense, so it is in your best interest to hire an experienced criminal defense attorney to inform you of these penalties and fight for your rights. Call Attorney Adam Burke for your free consultation at (614) 280-9122.