Ohio Misdemeanor Penalty Chart

    If you have been charged with a misdemeanor criminal offense in the State of Ohio, you are facing the following potential consequences:

    CLASSIFICATION, JAIL TIME AND FINES: 

    Misdemeanor of the First Degree (M1):
    - Maximum Sentence of 180 days
    - Maximum $ 1,000 fine
    Misdemeanor of the Second Degree (M2):

    - Maximum Sentence of 90 days
    - Maximum $ 750 fine

    Misdemeanor of the Third Degree (M3):
    - Maximum Sentence of 60 days
    - Maximum $ 500 fine
    Misdemeanor of the Fourth Degree (M4):

    - Maximum Sentence of 30 days
    - Maximum $ 250 fine

    Minor Misdemeanor (MM):

    - No Jail Time
    - $150 fine
    • Charges involving DUI , DUS and drugs carry mandatory and/or minimum sentence provisions.

    • Nearly every drug offense in Ohio carries a mandatory license suspension of six months to three years, even if no vehicle was involved in the offense.

    • Some Driving Under Suspension charges carry mandatory jail, and repeat offenses may result in vehicle forfeiture.
    1. See also O.R.C. § 2967.193 regarding days of credit.

    2. Offender required to pay towing and storage fees if convicted of theft offense involving motor vehicle or major part thereof. See O. R.C. § 2913.82
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