Ohio Gun Laws
- Background check required? – No
- Permit required to purchase? – No
- Permit required to concealed carry? – Yes[1]
- Firearm Laws – §§ 2923.11 – 2923.25
- Concealed Carry Laws – §§ 2923.12, 2923.125, & 2923.126
Ohio Concealed Carry
Carrying a concealed handgun is only permitted with a valid concealed carry license (commonly known as a CCW for “Carrying a Concealed Weapon”).
Individuals who are 21 years old or older can apply for an Ohio CCW by completing the following steps[2]:
- Complete an eight-hour concealed carry course with a certified instructor.
- Complete the Concealed Carry License Application.
- Go to the local county sheriff’s office and submit the following paperwork (some offices require that an appointment be made):
- Two copies of the certificate of completion for passing the concealed carry course
- Completed Concealed Carry License Application
- Ohio driver’s license or state ID
- One passport-sized color photo of the applicant
- Pay the application fee, background check fee, and have fingerprints taken for a background check.
- Wait for a response to the application by mail.