OH SB187

Adds a new prohibition to Ohio Revised Code section 2923.13 preventing persons charged with or convicted of first degree misdemeanor domestic violence under section 2919.25 from acquiring, having, carrying, or using firearms or dangerous ordnance.

Violation of the firearm prohibition is classified as a felony of the third degree.

Persons prohibited from firearm possession may apply to the court of common pleas in their county of residence for relief from the prohibition, subject to court discretion and investigation by the county prosecutor.

Relief from disability may be granted if the applicant has been fully discharged from imprisonment and sanctions, has led a law-abiding life since discharge, and is not otherwise prohibited by law from possessing firearms.

Relief granted by the court is automatically voided if the applicant commits certain violent felonies, drug offenses, or falls into other prohibited categories related to mental health or substance abuse.