9 Ohio Traffic Laws You Should Know

Nearly all states have restrictions if not outright bans on cell phone use. But do you know who can legally use a cell phone while they are driving in Ohio? Do you know if Ohio has specific marijuana driving laws? If you are on a motorcycle, do you have to wear a helmet like you do in West Virginia? Traffic safety laws vary greatly from state to state. To make sure you know the laws for Ohio, we have compiled this list of the top 9 laws that are mostly likely to vary from neighboring states.

1

Under primary enforcement laws, drivers under the age of 18 are prohibited from using a cell phone while they operate a vehicle. Under secondary enforcement, texting is banned for all drivers.

2

Children younger than 4 or weighing less than 40 pounds must be restrained in a child safety seat. Children between ages 4 and 7, who weigh more than 40 pounds are to ride in a booster seat. The fine for a first offense is $75.

3

Though Ohio has zero tolerance for some drugs, marijuana is decriminalized. However, have 2 ng of THC in your blood while driving can get you arrested.

4

Driving drunk will get your vehicle impounded, your license suspended for 90 days, and possibly even ignition interlock device requirements. Penalties are enhanced for drivers with a blood alcohol concentration of .17 or higher.

5

Teens are eligible for their learner’s permit to drive at age 15-and-a-half, their restricted license at age 16, and full privileges at 18. All drivers under 18 must complete driver education.

6

If you are under 18, you are required to helmet when you ride a motorcycle, as are all passengers.

7

All passengers age 14 or younger must wear seatbelts in front and rear seats, and those over 18 must wear a seatbelt when riding in the front seat. The fine for failing to do so is $30 for the driver and $20 for each unbelted passenger.

8

Sobriety checkpoints are conducted all year.

9

The penalty for speeding in a work zone during hours of work is double the original fine.

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9 Ohio Traffic Laws You Should Know