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What is the punishment for law violations in Ohio ?

leslie S

Each law violation has a maximum and some have a minimum punishment. These are set by the state law givers known as the legislature.
go to a site like this
http://www.megalaw.com/oh/top/ohcriminal.php
that has all of your state laws and look up the specific offense. Near the bottom of the law it will list the type and amount of punishment. It will also list enhancements to the crime which get more time.

laughter_every_day

Murder has a potential death penalty. Littering does not.

I Dream of Jeannie

It depends greatly on the crime.

jakflak

Anything from a fine to life in prison. You'll have to be more specific.

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