This is a fast facts reference for Ohio CCW.

Basic Gun Safety Rules:

• Always keep the gun pointed in a safe direction.
• Always keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot.
• Always keep the gun unloaded until ready to use.

26 States Where Your Ohio CCW License Is Valid:

Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wyoming

Motor Vehicle Carry:

• Your handgun must be in a holster on your person, or
• in a closed case, bag, box, or container in plain sight, or
• in a closed glove compartment/console or locked case.

Firearm Transportation (other than concealed carry):

• Guns, magazines, and speedloaders must be unloaded AND
• in a case, or in the trunk, or in plain sight in a gun rack.
• Long guns may be in plain sight with the action open.

Encounters With Law Enforcement (pedestrian or vehicle):

• Promptly inform officer you have a license and handgun.
• Keep your hands in plain sight and do not touch handgun.

Forbidden Carry Zones:

• Any law enforcement station or detention facility
• Courthouse or building housing a courtroom
• Govt. building (dedicated restroom, shelter, car park okay)
• Place of worship (unless specifically allowed)
• Any airplane and most airport buildings
• Institution for the care of mentally ill persons
• School zone (drop off/pick up okay if you stay in car), college or university (lock and leave in car okay)
• Child day-care center
• Any licensed facility where alcohol is being consumed
• Wherever federal law prohibits the carrying of handguns
• Any building or property posted as a "no gun zone"

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