Felony Penalties in Ohio

Updated January 8, 2023 from the Ohio Revised Code Sections 2929.18, 2929.144 and 2929.14.

Please note, circumstances may require additional penalties.

Fourth-degree Felony
Maximum fee of $2,500
Prison time 6-12 months

Fourth-degree Felony
Maximum fee of $5,000
Prison time 6-18 months

Third-degree Felony
Maximum fee of $10,000
Prison time 9-36 months

Second-degree Felony
Maximum fee of $15,000
Minimum 2-year prison term

First-degree Felony
Maximum fee of $20,000
Minimum 3-year prison term