Ohio Laws

Naloxone Overdose Prevention Laws

Question:

Do prescribers have immunity from criminal prosecution for prescribing, dispensing or distributing naloxone to a layperson?

Answer:
Yes
This answer is derived from 2 section of law
Citation:
  • citation 1: see full citation
    (B) An advanced practice registered nurse who under division (A) of this section in good faith furnishes a supply of naloxone or issues a prescription for naloxone is not liable for or subject to any of the following for any action or omission of the individual to whom the naloxone is furnished or the prescription is issued: damages in any civil action, prosecution in any criminal proceeding, or professional disciplinary action. see full law
  • citation 2: see full citation
    (C) A physician who under division (B) of this section in good faith furnishes a supply of naloxone or issues a prescription for naloxone is not liable for or subject to any of the following for any a ct or omission of the individual to whom the naloxone is furnished or the prescription is issued: damages in any civil action, prosecution in any criminal proceeding, or professional disciplinary action. see full law