(6-9-25) Steven Howell (62) of Portland was arrested today by the Mercer County Sheriff’s Office on a 5th degree felony charge of possession of drugs.

He is being held in the Mercer County Adult Detention Center.

A conviction for a fifth-degree felony drug possession in Ohio can result in a range of penalties, including: 

  • Prison time: Six to twelve months in prison.
  • Fines: Up to a $2,500 fine.
  • Probation: Up to five years of community control (probation).
  • Other Consequences: Potential driver’s license suspension, a permanent criminal record, and loss of the right to possess a firearm