What is the possible penalty for a 1st degree felony in Ohio?
A felony of the 1st degree in Ohio must be sentenced to probation or 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, or 11 years in prison and a fine of up to $20,000.
There is a presumption in favor of prison for a felony of the 1st degree.
What factors are Judges ordered to consider in imposing a sentence?
Because Ohio is an “indefinite sentencing” state it is legal possibility that ODRC may hold a prisoner for up to 50% of their sentence for one count of a 1st degree felony.