OH HB487

Creates a new "repeat drug offender" classification for individuals convicted of a felony drug trafficking violation under section 2925.03 who have two or more prior felony convictions for the same offense

Requires courts to impose the longest authorized prison term plus a mandatory additional prison term of 1-10 years for offenders convicted with a repeat drug offender specification

Establishes section 2941.1427 of the Ohio Revised Code outlining the indictment specification requirements and procedures for charging someone as a repeat drug offender

Allows prosecutors to use certified copies of prior conviction entries as proof, with defendants required to object before trial or waive the objection

Amends sections 2929.01 (definitions) and 2929.14 (prison terms) to incorporate the new repeat drug offender provisions into Ohio's felony sentencing framework