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OH HB203
Bill
Status
6/2/2009
Primary Sponsor
John Adams
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AI Summary
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Amends section 2923.121 of the Revised Code to allow concealed carry licensees to possess firearms in retail food establishments and food service operations with liquor permits, provided the person is not consuming liquor or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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Adds an exemption (division B(1)(e)) for valid concealed handgun license holders to carry firearms in retail food establishments, food service operations with any class liquor permit, and retail stores with D-6, D-8 permits, as long as they are not consuming liquor or impaired.
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Defines "retail food establishment" and "food service operation" by reference to section 3717.01 of the Revised Code in new division (F).
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Maintains existing prohibitions on firearm possession in premises where liquor is being consumed, except for law enforcement, permit holders, and other specified exemptions.
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Penalties remain a felony of the fifth degree for violations, or a felony of the third degree if the firearm is knowingly carried or kept concealed on the person.
Legislative Description
To allow a concealed carry licensee who is not consuming liquor and is not under the influence to carry a concealed handgun in a retail food establishment or food service operation with any class liquor permit issued for the location.
Concealed handgun-ok in liquor-selling restaurant if not intoxicated
Last Action
To Public Safety & Homeland Security
6/2/2009