Late Thursday night the Ohio House of Representatives amended SB 199 and passed it by a vote of 68-25. SB 199 is the bill that contains amended language from HB 48. Now the bill heads to Governor Kasich’s desk where it is likely to be signed into law. I see it as a victory, but […]
This article is meant to take a look at Ohio’s open and concealed carry laws so that you folks can get a better idea what is and is not legal in the state.
These issues were in a stalemate, at least until Monday, when Common Pleas Judge Shirley Strickland-Saffold removed several of Cleveland’s firearms ordinances.
Effective immediately, citizens of Ohio who posses a valid concealed handgun permit will no longer be submitted to the state background check when purchasing a firearm from a licensed dealer.
Next week several pro-gun rights bills will be heard and considered in the Ohio senate. House Bill 48 would expand the places where Ohio Concealed Carry permit holders can carry a firearm for self-defense. This includes some government buildings and would allow Universities to allow concealed carry if they choose. Senate Bill 180 would allow […]
