Ohio takes drug crimes seriously, but people who get charged for the first time might have options to make things less severe. Knowing what penalties could happen and what other choices are available can help someone handle the legal process better. Classification of...
The law categorizes controlled substances into five schedules. These schedules separate drugs based on their potential for abuse, medical use, and the likelihood of causing dependence. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the state law follow this system to...
Carrying someone else's prescription medication can lead to serious legal consequences, even if your intentions are innocent. Prescription medications are regulated by law, and possessing them without a valid prescription in your name can result in criminal charges....
Despite recent changes to drug laws, fentanyl is still illegal in Ohio. State laws classify it as a Schedule II controlled substance under the Controlled Substances Act, meaning it has a high potential for abuse and can lead to severe psychological or physical...
Ohio made headlines in 2023 by legalizing the adult use of cannabis through the passage of Issue 2. This move positioned Ohio as the latest state to embrace the trend of marijuana legalization sweeping the nation. However, the full-scale implementation of Ohio's...
Understanding your rights when it comes to vehicle searches helps you maintain your privacy and protect yourself from unwarranted intrusions. Routine traffic stops, for example, do not automatically grant law enforcement the right to search your car. However, law...
The United States has the dubious distinction of being the world’s largest illegal drug market. But like any black market, there are also counterfeit controlled substances. Because there are no standards or regulations for illicit drugs, dealers can easily create fake...
Drug overdose deaths continue to plague Ohio. From 2019 to 2020, there was a 25% increase in the fatality rate, which makes it the third state with the highest overdose death rate nationwide, per the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. With these dreadful...
Ohio is setting a record high nationwide, but not for fortunate reasons. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show tragic numbers placing Ohio with the third most drug overdose deaths in 2020. By 2021, the number of deaths continued to increase, resulting...
Police conduct undercover operations to catch criminals in the act of committing a crime, but they must follow strict and lawful protocol. For the sting operation to have merit, it is imperative they catch an individual selling, offering to sell or possessing drugs....