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OH SB75

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/23/2021

Primary Sponsor

Cecil Thomas

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Origin

Senate

134th General Assembly (2021-2022)

AI Summary

  • Creates new regulations for firearm transfers at gun shows in Ohio, requiring background checks and incompetency records checks for transfers between unlicensed individuals through federally licensed dealers or point of contact agencies.

  • Establishes penalties for violations including: first offense is a misdemeanor with a $5,000 fine, repeat offense is a first-degree misdemeanor with $5,000 fine plus potential additional sanctions, and perpetual ban from operating a gun show.

  • Requires gun show promoters to obtain permits from sheriffs, prepare security plans, ensure firearms are cleared of ammunition, prohibit minors under 18 unless accompanied by parent/guardian, and post required signage about transfer requirements.

  • Defines "gun show" as an event with 25+ firearms or 3+ vendors exhibiting firearms, includes parking areas, and applies the law to any transfer transaction that occurs at the show.

  • Authorizes sheriffs and municipal law enforcement agencies to conduct background and incompetency checks for unlicensed firearm transfers at gun shows, with dealers/agencies allowed to charge a maximum $10 fee per transfer.

Legislative Description

Regulate the transfer of firearms at a gun show

Crimes, Corrections, and Law Enforcement : Crime and Punishment

Last Action

Refer to Committee: Veterans and Public Safety

2/24/2021

Committee Referrals

Veterans and Public Safety2/24/2021

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