nomolos405
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hey guys, im new to OC. I live in columbus area and crime is pretty bad here. I get off work at nights and i walk home. i was wondering about current laws on OC'ing and advice on LEO confrontation
Open Carry is legal and protected by the Ohio constitution. Even better, Ohio Revised Code 9.68 gives Ohio state laws preemption over local laws regarding firearms so a city or whatever cannot restrict them more than the state does. As long as you obey gun buster signs and if asked to leave, you leave, you should be fine.
I don't live in your area, and I've never been stopped by the police so I don't have any direct knowledge or experience in that regard, but N605TW's advice looks sound to me.
Don't think JustaShooter will mind me doing a bit of clarification: Regarding private property, if you don't see signs prohibiting carry but an employee/owner/etcetera sees your gun and asks you to leave, leave. Obviously if they do have signage, don't go in there armed. Better yet, don't go in there at all if you don't have to. First, it will keep your safer since those signs don't stop criminals from doing what they do. Secondly, I'd rather spend my money with businesses who at least tolerate, or better yet welcome, "our kind" if you will.
One other bit of advice I can't believe any one has offered you yet: It is a particularly good idea to have a voice recorder along when open carrying. Mostly with regards to encounters with law enforcement personnel, and also any folks you come across who try to make an unpleasant issue out of your armed status.
Don't think JustaShooter will mind me doing a bit of clarification: Regarding private property, if you don't see signs prohibiting carry but an employee/owner/etcetera sees your gun and asks you to leave, leave. Obviously if they do have signage, don't go in there armed. Better yet, don't go in there at all if you don't have to. First, it will keep your safer since those signs don't stop criminals from doing what they do. Secondly, I'd rather spend my money with businesses who at least tolerate, or better yet welcome, "our kind" if you will.
Thank for that. I typically carry my phone with me anywhere I go, so I will get some apps for voice to reduce storage.
I guess I have another question, (sorry for derailing) but what gives an on/off-duty policeman the ability to ignore signage? I've noticed for a long time that police almost always seem to be carrying even when doing normal business.
Be aware of the law and any special situations in the city you are in (some really big cities have special laws enforced by the State, like, I think, PA.)
Maverick9 said:...
but above all, do NOT:
OC while walking a small dog or with a baby carriage. You are sure to cause at least 8 Squads to respond. It's not known why but we are researching this.
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