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Summary of Ohio Gun LawsIs concealed carry permitted there?
Ohio is a shall-issue state with concealed weapons permits issued at the county level by the county sheriff in the applicant’s county of residence.
There is no permit, background check or firearms registration required when buying a handgun from a private individual.
Open carry is legal in Ohio without a permit except in vehicles or in businesses that sell alcohol. The minimum age for possession of a handgun is 21 years old. Some areas, including vehicles, are off-limits without a permit.
Concealed carry is legal with a license/permit. Residents 21 years of age and older can obtain an Ohio Concealed Handgun License (CHL). They must have completed eight hours of firearms training and meet other criteria to qualify. A new law took effect on November 5, 2018 allowing current and former servicemen and women to obtain an Ohio CHL without paying the fee or going through a concealed carry class. Non-residents can obtain a CHL if they work in Ohio. In terms of reciprocity, Ohio will honor permits issued by any state or jurisdiction.