Ohio HB487 creates a repeat drug offender specification for certain felony convictions.

Ohio HB487 amends the Revised Code to create a repeat drug offender specification. If an offender is convicted of a felony and has prior convictions for drug-related offenses, the court must impose additional prison terms. These terms vary based on the nature of the current offense and the offender's history. The bill also outlines specific conditions under which these additional terms apply, including the use of firearms and the severity of the crime. The mandatory prison terms cannot be reduced and must be served consecutively to other imposed terms.

Ohio HB487 creates a repeat drug offender specification for certain felony convictions.

Ohio HB487 amends the Revised Code to create a repeat drug offender specification. If an offender is convicted of a felony and has prior convictions for drug-related offenses, the court must impose additional prison terms. These terms vary based on the nature of the current offense and the offender's history. The bill also outlines specific conditions under which these additional terms apply, including the use of firearms and the severity of the crime. The mandatory prison terms cannot be reduced and must be served consecutively to other imposed terms.