OH HB233

Enacts the "Decriminalization Effort For Ending Notorious Deaths (DEFEND)" to allow concealed handgun licensees and qualified military members discovered carrying weapons in prohibited places to avoid criminal charges by leaving immediately upon request.

Creates new offense of "criminal trespass with a deadly weapon" (misdemeanor of fourth degree) for refusing to leave or returning within 30 days to premises where weapons are prohibited while carrying a deadly weapon.

Applies to prohibited places including schools, courthouses, liquor permit premises, and private property posted with firearm prohibition signs.

Expands protections for active duty military members carrying valid military identification and firearms training documentation to have same rights as concealed handgun licensees in most contexts.

Prevents law enforcement from seizing weapons, ammunition, or accessories upon discovering a person carrying in a prohibited place unless the person also refuses to leave or returns within 30 days.