Ohio Carry

[UnbeatenPath]

Hi guys. I've been a member for a while, but this is my first post.

The company I work for is sending me on a six month project in Ohio. I move in a couple weeks, but I am retaining my permanent IN address so I can't get an Ohio Permit. Problem is, IN LTCH isn't valid in Ohio. I am taking a Utah class next weekend, but then I have to wait probably a month to get it. My question is, does anyone know if it is legal for me to open carry in Ohio while I am waiting on my Utah permit to arrive? I open carry on occasion in Fort Wayne and have never had a problem. Also what are the laws on transporting firearms in the state. I'm assuming locked in the trunk? I will be calling the local police department tomorrow morning to get their opinion.

 

[mrjarrell]

Yes, you can open carry in Ohio, but don't be surprised if you get a different reaction than you do here. Many cops in Ohio dislike carry of any sort and you could very well find yourself getting unwanted attention. It would almost be worth it to wait till you had your Utah permit, but YMMV.

 

[Mustang380gal]

Don't call the police department. Many don't have a good history of knowing the laws. Guys who have called report getting off the wall advice. Visit Ohioans For Concealed Carry Discussion Forums ? Index page which is Ohio'a version of Ingo. There are lots of guys who know the ins and outs of our odd laws.

You may open carry in Ohio, but you may not have a loaded gun in the car. The car makes it "concealed." One other concern with OC is that you aren't covered in school zones. It hasn't been a problem, but you should be aware none the less.

Where in Ohio are you going? If you will be a large city, there seems to be more open carry issues than with smaller towns.

Florida non-resident licenses seem popular, and Arizona is gaining popularity. Arizona may be faster than Utah.

 

[Lectric102002]

Florida non-resident licenses seem popular....

I'm in the process of getting FL for this very reason. Plus, FL will accept a DD-214 in lieu of a class.

 

[UnbeatenPath]

Thanks for the quick replies. I'll be in the suburbs of Dayton. I won't be going into downtown OC'ing; that's more trouble than it's worth. I'll experiment, and if I have problems, I'll just wait out my Utah.

 

[Mustang380gal]

Many of the Ohioans for Concealed Carry guys are from the Dayton area, some of whom are strong OCers. If you join the forums at OFCC, then you can connect with people who are local to where you will be. Might come in handy. Based on what they have said, I don't think you should run into trouble.

Enjoy your time in Ohio!

 

[gjclark]

Enjoy your time in Ohio!

Said no one ever

 

[zipper89]

Wait I could have sworn ohio dose not Horner Indiana carry permit you had to have a. Utah to carry in ohio....

 

[zipper89]

http://www.handgunlaw.us/states/indiana.pdf

 

[nakinate]

Wait I could have sworn ohio dose not Horner Indiana carry permit you had to have a. Utah to carry in ohio....

Did you read this thread? I swear reading comprehension is going the way of the buffalo.

 

[Lectric102002]

Did you read this thread? I swear reading comprehension is going the way of the buffalo.

I don't know .... Buffalo are making a comeback. The Tavern on South in downtown Indy has a delicious bison burger.

 

[littletommy]

Said no one ever

There's plenty of cool stuff in Ohio, I just won't go there til they recognize our larry, or I get a FL non resident license.

 

[Lectric102002]

There's plenty of cool stuff in Ohio, I just won't go there til they recognize our larry

Take a deep breath and hold it. Let's see if blue is your color.

 

[nakinate]

I don't know .... Buffalo are making a comeback. The Tavern on South in downtown Indy has a delicious bison burger.

Maybe the Dodo would be more apt in this situation then.

 

[Lectric102002]

Maybe the Dodo would be more apt in this situation then.

There ya go. Or the Edsel.