Ohio Gun Laws

Ohio Gun Laws

Gun Laws in Ohio

According to the law, the individual of twenty years old or more, are allowed to use a license for concealed handgun. But provided that they receive a minimum of twelve hours handgun training from certified instructor.

In Ohio, complete unfettered carry is not allowed. For banning a concealed handgun, any owner of private property will required a signed clear view.

Ohio gun laws about Child Access Prevention, Juvenile Possession of Handguns Law, Juvenile Sale/Transfer of Handguns Law one must know and information these gun and the gun control laws is provided here.

  • Child Access Prevention Law: Not allowed in Ohio.

    Child Access Prevention (CAP) Law: According to this law, in Ohio only adults are allowed to use a gun locking device or store guns in a place that is not readily accessible to minors.

  • Juvenile Possession Law: Not allowed in Ohio.

    Juvenile Possession Law (JPL): According to this law, in Ohio juveniles (those under 18 years) are not allowed for possession of handguns. Some states in Ohio, allowed/grant exceptions for guns used for hunting and target purposes.

  • Juvenile Sale/Transfer Law: Allowed in Ohio.

    Juvenile Sale or Transfer Law (JSL): According to this law, in Ohio, minors are not allowed to use a specified guns or sale or transfer of gun is restricted to minors.

Ohio Requirements For Handguns, Rifles and Shotguns

Rifles/Shotguns Handguns
Purchase Permission No No*
Firearms Registration No No*
Owners Licensing No No*
Permission to Carry No *

*Sales, transfer or possession of firearms are under the control of municipalities. Control such as registration, identification cards, wait periods, rules (include restrictions, rights, length, weigh, cost etc.) on handguns