I agree this is what i was able to come up with from combing through the ORC:
Upon analyzing the semantics/verbiage of the “No Weapons/Gun Buster” signage commonly posted at the entrances of businesses.
“It is illegal to carry a firearm, deadly weapon, or dangerous ordinance anywhere on these premises."
"Unless otherwise authorized by law, pursuant to the Ohio Revised Code, no person shall knowingly possess, have under his control, convey, or attempt to convey a deadly handgun or dangerous ordnance onto these premises.”
Under Signage (in Ohio's Concealed Carry Laws Book):
"The law does not say precisely what language must be on the sign. At a minimum, signs must be conspicuous and inform people that firearms and/or concealed handguns are prohibited.
However, the law suggests that the prohibited locations post a sign that substantially says the following:
"Unless otherwise authorized by law, pursuant to the Ohio Revised Code, no person shall knowingly possess, have under his control, convey, or attempt to convey a deadly handgun or dangerous ordnance onto these premises."
An example of a standard warning sign approved for use on state buildings (Where CHL is Not Valid under Forbidden Carry Zones)
(This Signage is being used by ignorant private property owners)
Businesses and persons wishing to post such signs are strongly advised to consult their legal counsel for language, style, format, and placement.
The Attorney General is not to be advised for legal counsel
(This website contains materials explaining many portions of Ohio's concealed handgun licensing law. Follow the links on the left side of the page for publications, resources and reference materials. These materials are intended for informational and education purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. Direct specific questions to an attorney. http://www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov/Law-Enforcement/Concealed-Carry)
The AG has only supplied a blueprint for State Buildings!
Signs with this verbiage would not apply to CHL (Concealed Handgun License) holders given the verbiage in the Conceal Carry License application section of the ORC (2923.125)
(k) The applicant certifies that the applicant desires a
legal means to carry a concealed handgun for defense of the applicant or a member of the applicant's family while engaged in lawful activity.
License:
n. governmental permission to perform a particular act (like getting married), conduct a particular business or occupation, operate machinery or vehicles after proving ability to do so safely or use property for a certain purpose. 2) n. the certificate that proves one has been granted authority to do something under governmental license. 3) n. a private grant of right to use real property for a particular purpose, such as putting on a concert. 4) n. a private grant of the right to use some intellectual property such as a patent or musical composition. 5) v. to grant permission by governmental authority or private agreement
This leads me to the conclusion that with a CHL issued to you by the State of Ohio you are “Authorized by Law” to carry a “Concealed Handgun.” Thus the “No Weapons” Signage does not apply to Legal Conceal Carry Holders.
Unless the verbiage states “Concealed Handgun License not valid on the premises” or simply "No Guns"
However, this verbiage has the adverse effect of making it illegal for you to purchase some items from these venders that could be defined as an “deadly weapon, or dangerous ordinance”
“Deadly weapon” means any instrument, device, or thing capable of inflicting death, and designed or specially adapted for use as a weapon, or possessed, carried, or used as a weapon. (ORC 2923.11)
If could encompass even a set of Steak knives that business has for sale.
