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Opioid Related Overdose Case Study

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A family member, friend, or other individual who is in a position to assist an individual who is apparently experiencing or at risk of experiencing an opioid-related overdose, is not subject to criminal prosecution for a violation of section 4731.41 of the Revised Code or criminal prosecution under this chapter if the individual, acting in good faith, does all of the following:
(1) Obtains naloxone pursuant to a prescription issued by a licensed health professional or obtains naloxone from one of the following: a licensed health professional, an individual who is authorized by a physician under section 4731.941 of the Revised Code to personally furnish naloxone, or a pharmacist or pharmacy intern who is authorized by a physician or board of

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