Going to Ohio this weekend

[1401king]

To tell the truth, I am more than a little apprehensive. I can't memorize all the laws and I am afraid that I may break one accidentally. Honestly considering being lazy and leaving my gun at home. Any thoughts. Anyone been pulled over in Ohio?

 

[romad7]

I have, it's not a big deal. Just hand them your LTCH with your license and tell them that you have your carry gun in the vehicle/on your person. Keep your hands on the wheel until they give you directions. No moves towards the gun. Normal stuff.

The he cop that pulled me over even said that he was glad that I carried and more people should do so.

 

[cce1302]

Last time I was pulled over in Ohio was almost 20 years ago & I wasn't carrying a gun.

You don't have to memorize the law.

What kind of advice are you looking for?

 

[pudly]

It actually isn't that hard. Keep a link to Handgunlaw.us handy for reference before you travel.

The Ohio PDF file is 14 pages, but as you look through it, likely about 1/2 will be relevant for your needs. For example, you don't care about how to apply for an OH license.

 

[1401king]

Last time I was pulled over in Ohio was almost 20 years ago & I wasn't carrying a gun.

You don't have to memorize the law.

What kind of advice are you looking for?

I really don't know what I am looking for. I guess someone to pat me on the bottom and tell me that it will be ok.

 

[Brandon]

It will be ok, now if you are going to the Dayton area, stop and have lunch at Marions Pizza.

 

[Skywired]

Marions!

It will be ok, now if you are going to the Dayton area, stop and have lunch at Marions Pizza.

Marions..... Are they still around? I've been gone fo 40 years, and I still remember their pizza. I've never had a better one since. <sigh>

 

[AngryRooster]

To tell the truth, I am more than a little apprehensive. I can't memorize all the laws and I am afraid that I may break one accidentally. Honestly considering being lazy and leaving my gun at home. Any thoughts. Anyone been pulled over in Ohio?

A couple of the major things. Signs DO carry the weight of law there. If you see a sign either avoid the place or disarm. There is a duty to inform when pulled over. IIRC the law says immediately inform. Don't wait until they ask, make it clear right away you are carrying. If you see Harless on the name tag, pray.

 

[KittySlayer]

Read the rules about bars, drinking and the "Applebee's" rule. Listed in two sections; 1 Off Limits and 2 Restaurants.

 

[Brandon]

Marions..... Are they still around? I've been gone fo 40 years, and I still remember their pizza. I've never had a better one since. <sigh>

As of December they were and appeared to be doing pretty good. I'd almost make the drive just for the pizza.

 

[looney2ns]

Obey all traffic laws and speed limits. Don't get pulled over.

 

[1401king]

Obey all traffic laws and speed limits. Don't get pulled over.

This is my plan...but the wife is doing most of the driving.

 

[BoxingRef]

Hi.
Cincinnati area here and I wouldn't waste to much energy worrying about things:

Keep it concealed and do not drink alcohol when out and about etc...
Officers are notified by dispatch prior to approaching your vehicle that your
licensed - so simply hand them your license and let them know immediatly that
your carrying. The notification rule applies to all official police conversations.

Keep it concealed 24/7 and be polite...

Be safe all.

 

[rbsangler]

Marions..... Are they still around? I've been gone fo 40 years, and I still remember their pizza. I've never had a better one since. <sigh>

YEP..... still there, My GF is from that area and she took me there in april. their pizza is cut in bite sized pieces and you just pop em in.....one after the other. they also grind their sausage so it isnt in chunks, but it covers the surface in a consistent layer of deliciousness.

 

[1401king]

Hi.
Cincinnati area here and I wouldn't waste to much energy worrying about things:

Keep it concealed and do not drink alcohol when out and about etc...
Officers are notified by dispatch prior to approaching your vehicle that your
licensed - so simply hand them your license and let them know immediatly that
your carrying. The notification rule applies to all official police conversations.

Keep it concealed 24/7 and be polite...

Be safe all.

I did just that. Made it back home without a hitch. Even sat back to back with 2 officers at a Frisches in Sharonville.