Ohio · Ohio Revised Code — Title 29, Crimes

Ohio Rev. Code (Criminal) § 2923.1214: Authority of law enforcement officer or investigator to carry weapon in establishment serving the public

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What this law says, in plain English

Establishments open to the public cannot prohibit law enforcement officers or investigators from carrying authorized weapons on premises. Owners and operators are generally immune from liability for injuries caused by officers bringing weapons into their establishments, with limited exceptions.

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