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Can I keep my Social Security SSDI / SSI while serving jail time?
Can I receive Social Security benefits while serving a prison sentence?
A question that Social Security attorneys encounter from time to time is whether someone can receive Social Security benefits while serving a sentence in prison. The answer depends on the circumstances.
Social Security benefits generally come in two forms: Social Security disability benefits, and Social Security retirement benefits. Those who have recently been employed and paid Social Security taxes, and who are unable to work because of a serious medical condition that will last for at least one year, are potentially eligible to receive Social Security disability benefits. Those who have reached at least age 62, and who have worked for 10 years and paid Social Security taxes, are potentially eligible to receive Social Security retirement benefits.
Supplemental Security Income (“SSI”) is a related, but technically separate, program administered by the Social Security Administration. Those who have reached at least age 65, or who are blind or disabled, and whose income and resources are below certain limits, are potentially eligible to receive SSI benefits.
For those receiving Social Security or SSI benefits, their benefits will probably not be affected if they are admitted to prison for a continuous period of fewer than 30 days because of a conviction for a criminal offense. On the other hand, for those admitted to prison for a continuous period of more than 30 days, their benefits will likely be suspended. Benefits to spouses and children, however, will probably not be suspended, so long as they remain eligible under the Social Security Administration’s rules.
Those whose Social Security benefits are suspended during a prison sentence of more than 30 days can have their benefits reinstated beginning one month after the month in which they are released. For example, if Paul Prisoner served a six-month sentence in the Dayton Correctional Institution and were released on June 5, 2011, then his benefits could be reinstated beginning in July, 2011.
Those whose SSI benefits are suspended during a prison sentence of more than 30 days can have their benefits reinstated beginning in the same month that they are released. They will lose their eligibility, however, if their sentence lasts for 12 or more consecutive months; when they are released, they must submit a new application for SSI benefits. For example, if Ivan Inmate served a six-month sentence in the Dayton Correctional Institution and were released on June 5, 2011, then his benefits could be reinstated during the same month. He would receive partial benefits for June, 2011, and full benefits beginning in July, 2011. If Ivan served a sentence of 15 months, on the other hand, then he would have to submit a new application for benefits upon his release.
For those who were not receiving either Social Security or SSI benefits before they were admitted to prison, their eligibility following release is unaffected. In other words, when they were released from prison, they would apply for benefits like anyone else. If you have questions about how serving a prison sentence might affect your ability to receive Social Security or SSI benefits, then talk to a lawyer who is familiar with Social Security law. You might even be able to start the process of reinstating your benefits, or applying for benefits, before you are released.
DUI / OVI Ohio Penalties
Below is a list of penalties for an OVI or Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated, also known as a DUI or DWI. If you have recently been charged with an OVI/DWI/DUI and desire the assistance of an attorney please call the law offices of Morrison & Nicholson at (937) 432-9775 or visit our free online consultation page.
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Administrative License Suspension (ALS)
• If you are stopped for drunk driving and you refuse to take the sobriety test, or if your test results exceed the legal limit of Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC),
the officer can take your driver’s license on the spot, and the suspension begins immediately.
• Depending on previous offenses or refusals, you can have your license automatically suspended for a period of 90 days to five years.
• The administrative suspension is independent of any jail term, fine or other criminal penalty imposed in court for a DUI offense.
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1st Offense
• Administrative License Suspension (ALS) for a prohibited BAC;
• ALS for test refusal = one year license suspension;
• Jail – Minimum of three consecutive days or 3-day driver intervention program;
• Fine – Minimum $200 and not more than $1,000;
• Court License Suspension – 6 months to 3 years.
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2nd Offense
• ALS for one year for a prohibited BAC;
• ALS for test refusal = two year license suspension;
• Jail – Minimum of 10 consecutive days or five days jail + minimum 18 consecutive days of electronically monitored house arrest combined, not to exceed 6 months;
• Fine – Minimum $300 and not more than $1,500;
• Discretionary driver’s intervention program;
• Vehicle immobilization and plates impounded for 90 days;
• Court License Suspension – 1 year to 5 years.
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3rd Offense
• ALS for two years for a prohibited BAC;
• ALS for test refusal = three year license suspension;
• Jail – Minimum 30 consecutive days to one year;
• Alternative sentence – 15 days or Jail + minimum 55 consecutive days of electronically monitored house arrest combined, maximum of one year;
• Fine – Minimum $500 and not more than $2,500;
• Mandatory attendance in an alcohol treatment program paid for by offender;
• Vehicle immobilization and plates impounded for 180 days;
• Court License Suspension – 1 year to 10 years.
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4th or More Offense or Motor Vehicle Related Felony
• ALS for three years for a prohibited BAC;
• ALS for test refusal = five years license suspension;
• Jail – Minimum of 60 consecutive days and up to one year in jail;
• Fine – Minimum $750 and not more than $10,000;
• Mandatory drug/alcohol treatment program paid for by offender;
• Vehicle Forfeiture – Mandatory criminal forfeiture of vehicle operated by offender, imposed by court;
• Court License Suspension – 3 years to Permanent Revocation.
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DUI / OVI Ohio Penalties
Below is a list of penalties for an OVI or Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated, also known as a DUI or DWI. If you have recently been charged with an OVI/DWI/DUI and desire the assistance of an attorney please call the law offices of Morrison & Nicholson at (937) 432-9775 or visit our free online consultation page.
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Administrative License Suspension (ALS)
• If you are stopped for drunk driving and you refuse to take the sobriety test, or if your test results exceed the legal limit of Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC),
the officer can take your driver’s license on the spot, and the suspension begins immediately.
• Depending on previous offenses or refusals, you can have your license automatically suspended for a period of 90 days to five years.
• The administrative suspension is independent of any jail term, fine or other criminal penalty imposed in court for a DUI offense.
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1st Offense
• Administrative License Suspension (ALS) for a prohibited BAC;
• ALS for test refusal = one year license suspension;
• Jail – Minimum of three consecutive days or 3-day driver intervention program;
• Fine – Minimum $200 and not more than $1,000;
• Court License Suspension – 6 months to 3 years.
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2nd Offense
• ALS for one year for a prohibited BAC;
• ALS for test refusal = two year license suspension;
• Jail – Minimum of 10 consecutive days or five days jail + minimum 18 consecutive days of electronically monitored house arrest combined, not to exceed 6 months;
• Fine – Minimum $300 and not more than $1,500;
• Discretionary driver’s intervention program;
• Vehicle immobilization and plates impounded for 90 days;
• Court License Suspension – 1 year to 5 years.
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3rd Offense
• ALS for two years for a prohibited BAC;
• ALS for test refusal = three year license suspension;
• Jail – Minimum 30 consecutive days to one year;
• Alternative sentence – 15 days or Jail + minimum 55 consecutive days of electronically monitored house arrest combined, maximum of one year;
• Fine – Minimum $500 and not more than $2,500;
• Mandatory attendance in an alcohol treatment program paid for by offender;
• Vehicle immobilization and plates impounded for 180 days;
• Court License Suspension – 1 year to 10 years.
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4th or More Offense or Motor Vehicle Related Felony
• ALS for three years for a prohibited BAC;
• ALS for test refusal = five years license suspension;
• Jail – Minimum of 60 consecutive days and up to one year in jail;
• Fine – Minimum $750 and not more than $10,000;
• Mandatory drug/alcohol treatment program paid for by offender;
• Vehicle Forfeiture – Mandatory criminal forfeiture of vehicle operated by offender, imposed by court;
• Court License Suspension – 3 years to Permanent Revocation.
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Ohio Points for Driving / Traffic Violations / DUS
Ok, here is another handy chart for those of you with recent traffic woes. Many times our office can help with many of the violations below. Feel free to call us for a free consultation at 937-432-9775.
If you are an Ohio driver who accumulates 12 or more points for convictions of the traffic offenses listed below, your license will be suspended for 6 months. If you plead guilty and pay your fine, that is the same as a conviction. Points stay on your license for 2 years after the conviction.
When you accumulate 12 points, the suspension is automatic, although you will be notified of your right to a court hearing. You must petition the court for a hearing. A judge may impose conditions upon your suspension, such as allowing you to drive only for purposes of getting to and from your job. Driving while your license is under suspension can subject you to severe criminal penalties, including jail time.
Upon completion of the 6 month suspension, you must complete a remedial driver education class, provide proof of insurance and take your drivers’ test again before your license will be reinstated.
If you complete an approved remedial driving course prior to accumulating 12 or more points, you will receive a 2-point credit. You can take this course up to 5 times in your lifetime, but no more than once ever 3 years.
6-point violations
| • | vehicular homicide, manslaughter or assault |
| • | drag racing |
| • | driving with a suspended or invalid license |
| • | operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs |
| • | failure to stop at the scene of an accident (hit and run) |
| • | fleeing or eluding a law enforcement officer |
| • | operating a motor vehicle without the owner’s consent |
| • | using a motor vehicle in the commission of any felony |
4-point violations
| • | reckless operation of a motor vehicle with willful or wanton |
| • | disregard for the safety of other persons or property |
| • | operating a motor vehicle with an unlawful concentration of alcohol while under the age of 21 |
2-point violations
| • | operating a motor vehicle in violation of a restriction imposed by the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles |
| • | all other moving violations not listed here |
points for speeding violations
| speed limit | 1-5 mph over |
6-10 mph over |
11-29 mph over |
30+ mph over |
| below 55 mph | 0 points | 2 points | 2 points | 4 points |
| 55 mph or more | 0 points | 0 points | 2 points | 4 points |
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