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Offender on Probation Control and Supervision | Ohio Title 29 - Crimes and Procedure | Ohio Law

Ohio law permits probation and parole agencies to conduct random drug tests on offenders, using contracted or public laboratories for compliance monitoring.

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Offender on Probation Control and Supervision

Ohio — Ohio Title 29 - Crimes and Procedure

Summary

Ohio law allows probation departments and the adult parole authority to require offenders under supervision to submit to random drug testing. These tests can be conducted by contracted laboratories or, if no contract exists, by reputable public laboratories. The law aims to ensure compliance with drug-related conditions of supervision.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is responsible for conducting drug tests on offenders in Ohio?

Probation departments and the adult parole authority are responsible for conducting random drug tests on offenders under supervision.

Can drug testing be performed by any laboratory?

Drug testing must be performed by a laboratory that has entered into a contract with authorized government entities or, if no contract exists, by a reputable public laboratory.

What happens if there is no contracted laboratory available?

If no contracted laboratory is available, the testing will be performed by a reputable public laboratory designated by the supervising agency.

Are offenders required to submit to random drug testing under Ohio law?

Yes, offenders under probation or parole supervision can be required to submit to random drug testing as part of their supervision conditions.

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In simple terms: Ohio law permits probation and parole agencies to conduct random drug tests on offenders, using contracted or public laboratories for compliance monitoring.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.

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