Overview for Ohio
The Ohio State Constitution states “The people have the right to bear arms for their defense and security; but standing armies, in time of peace, are dangerous to liberty, and shall not be kept up; and the military shall be in strict subordination to the civil power.” Article 1, Section 4.
Ohio residents may purchase shotguns, rifles, and ammunition from the following states: Pennsylvania, Michigan, Indiana, West Virginia, and Kentucky. To do this they must be able to legally own a firearm in Ohio. Residents of the state listed above may purchase shotguns, rifles, and ammunition in Ohio. Provided they can legally own firearms in their home states.
| Law | Long-guns | Handguns |
|---|---|---|
| Permit to Purchase | No | No |
| Open Carry | Yes | Yes |
| Concealed Carry | No | Yes |
| State Preemption of Local Restrictions | Yes | Yes |
| Firearm Registration | No | No |
| Owner License | No | No |
The Concealed Carry Permit
(often encompasses the open carry permit)
- Price: $67
- Valid for 5 years
- Regarding Non-residents of Ohio: Only active duty military
- Non-resident permits are valid for N/A
- An owner's license is Not Needed
- Permit to Purchase: Not Needed
- Permits to Purchase Year/Cost: Not Needed
Official Concealed Carry page for Ohio.
Ohio Concealed Carry Reciprocity
Ohio Magazine Capacity
The City of Columbus passed an ordinance in 2022 banning magazines of 30 or more rounds by July 1, 2023.
Does Ohio have a gun buy back program?
Ohio does not run, or fund any gun buyback programs.
There is no statewide gun buyback program but individual cities have conducted them in past including Cleveland, Toledo, Columbus, and Akron.
Does Ohio have an inheritance gun law?
Ohio does not have an inheritance gun law.