Which of the following statements about Ohio OVI penalties is true?

• A. Seat belt violations add 2 points
• B. Maximum fine is $1000
• C. Minimum fine is $375
• D. Third OVI results in 60 days in jail

Answer: (C)

In Ohio, the amount of the fine for an OVI is set by statute, and there is a fixed baseline that applies to offenders. The smallest monetary penalty you can face for an OVI is $375, and this baseline is part of the standard penalties that all offenders must meet, with the total fine increasing based on factors like prior offenses and the BAC level. This is why the statement about the minimum fine being $375 is the most accurate choice.

Seat belt violations don’t add points to your license in Ohio, so the claim that seat belt violations carry 2 points isn’t correct. The maximum fine for an OVI isn’t capped at $1,000 in all cases—the penalties can be higher depending on the offense level and circumstances. And while a third OVI can bring serious penalties, the exact jail time isn’t a fixed 60 days in all cases; sentencing varies based on the specifics of the offense and the court's decision.