Introduction
Ohio offers a Concealed Handgun License (CHL) through county sheriffs. Since June 2022, Ohio allows permitless carry, but the CHL remains valuable for reciprocity and legal advantages.
Eligibility
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✅ Age 21+
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✅ Ohio resident or employed in Ohio
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✅ No felony convictions
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✅ No drug-related offenses in last 5 years
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✅ Mentally competent
Required Training
Ohio requires 8 hours of firearms safety training, including:
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6 hours classroom instruction
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2 hours live-fire range qualification
Application Process
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Complete Training – Keep certificate
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Apply at County Sheriff’s Office – Bring ID, training proof, and fee
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Get Fingerprinted
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Wait for Processing – Up to 45 days
Fees
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New: $67 (resident) or $77 (non-resident)
Reciprocity
Ohio CHL is valid in 38+ states.