If you have been charged or accused of committing a criminal offense in Ohio, you are probably concerned about what penalties you face. Below is a chart showing the maximum potential length of incarceration and the maximum fine you face based upon the offense level.

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1.01. Felonies *

Offense Level Incarceration (Range) Fine (Max)

1st Degree 3 to 11 Years $20,000

2nd Degree 2 to 8 Years $15,000

3rd Degree 9, 12, 18, 24, 30, or 36 Months $10,000

(Some 42, 48, 54, 60 Months)

4th Degree 6 to 18 Months $ 5,000

5th Degree 6 to 12 Months $ 2,500

1.02. Misdemeanors *

Offense Level Incarceration (Max) Fine (Max)

1st Degree 6 Months $ 1,000

2nd Degree 90 Days $ 750

3rd Degree 60 Days $ 500

4th Degree 30 Days $ 250

Minor None $ 150

* These guides are not comprehensive, there may be additional enhancements for repeat offenders, major offenders, violent offenses, and sexual offenses. Felonies of the first and second degree increase in increments of full years. Felonies of the third, fourth, and fifth degree increase in increments of full months. All misdemeanors increase in increments of full days.