Ohio Concealed Carry Laws
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Laws change without notice. This summary reflects our best understanding of current Ohio law but may not reflect recent legislative changes, court rulings, or local ordinances. Always verify current law with an attorney or official state source before carrying a firearm. This is not legal advice.
Permit & Carry Requirements
Ohio is a constitutional carry state where no permit is required for eligible persons 21 and older to carry a concealed handgun. Open carry is also permitted. Ohio still issues a voluntary Concealed Handgun License (CHL) through county sheriffs for residents who want a permit for reciprocity in other states.
Reciprocity
Ohio honors concealed carry licenses from all US states. The Ohio CHL is recognized by many states across the country. Ohio eliminated its duty-to-inform requirement in 2022 — CHL holders are no longer required to proactively disclose that they are carrying when stopped by law enforcement.
Prohibited Locations
Ohio prohibits carry in police stations, sheriff offices, correctional facilities, airport secured areas, courthouses and court facilities, schools and on school safety zones, premises of colleges and universities, places of worship (unless authorized), licensed liquor establishments, professional athletic events, and any posted private property.
NFA Items in Ohio
Ohio permits federally-registered NFA items including suppressors, SBRs, and SBSs. Ohio has no state-level restrictions on NFA items beyond federal law and no magazine limits or assault weapon ban. The $200 NFA tax stamp elimination effective January 1, 2026 benefits Ohio residents.
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