While the courts ruled that they could under HB 12, HB347 contained language that complies with other Ohio Supreme Court decisions regarding pre-emption and which prohibits such bans on carry. This is currently being challenged by the City of Cleveland, but there should be no problem in other parts of the state at this time.

Ohioans For Concealed Carry's case against the City of Clyde was appealed to the Sixth District Court of Appeals after HB347 became law, where they ruled in our favor on the basis of HB347. The City of Clyde has appealed that ruling to the Ohio Supreme Court, which has not decided nor declined to hear the appeal at this time.

If you find a park that is posted take digital photos and contact OFCC

Prior to HB347 and under then Attorney General Jim Petro we received the following message from their office via email numerous times:

It is the interpretation of the Attorney General''s Office that the new Concealed Carry law does not allow municipalities to ban concealed weapons in parks or open areas. Our office has been advising municipalities about this interpretation, but we do not have jurisdiction to force them to follow our recommendation.

Mark C. Gribben

Director of Constituent Services

Office of Attorney General Jim Petro