Ohio Gun Laws F.A.Q.

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• +Q: Does Ohio require a permit to purchase weapons?
• +Q: Does Ohio require owners to register their firearms with the police?
• +Q: Does Ohio require an owner's license?
• +Q: Does Ohio issue open carry permits?
• +Q: Does Ohio issue concealed carry permits?
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  A:

  Ohio is a "shall issue" state. There is a minimum of 12 hours training required, 2 of which must be live firing. Permits cost $67, and are valid for 5 years.

• +Q: Does Ohio have preemption over subdivisions?
• +Q: Does Ohio have a restriction on magazine capacity?
• +Q: Does Ohio support the castle doctrine?
• +Q: Does Ohio have a "stand-your-ground" law?
• +Q: Does Ohio uphold a peaceable journey?
• +Q: Does Ohio have restrictions on assault weapons?
• +Q: What NFA restrictions does Ohio have?

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