Ohio Revised Code 9.68 preempts local firearm ordinances, reserving authority over firearms regulation almost entirely to the state legislature.
ORC 9.68 declares the General Assembly's intent to provide uniform firearms laws throughout Ohio and bars municipalities from enacting or enforcing ordinances that conflict with state law on the ownership, possession, purchase, transfer, transport, storage, or keeping of firearms. The statute has been challenged repeatedly, most notably in Cleveland v. State and again following amendments through HB 228 (2018), with Ohio Supreme Court rulings consistently upholding state preemption. Persons adversely affected by a local ordinance may bring a civil action for declaratory and injunctive relief plus attorney fees.
Local governments enforcing conflicting firearm ordinances face civil liability, injunctive relief, and mandatory attorney-fee awards to prevailing plaintiffs.
Dayton, OH
Dayton prohibits storing abandoned, inoperable, or unregistered vehicles on public streets or visible on private property. Vehicles may be tagged and towed a...
Dayton, OH
Dayton regulates electric vehicle charging infrastructure for residential and commercial properties. Building codes may require EV-ready parking in new const...
Dayton, OH
Dayton regulates overnight parking on public streets. Many areas restrict parking between certain hours or require permits for overnight street parking.
Dayton, OH
Dayton requires pool barriers meeting safety codes to prevent drowning. Fences must be at least 4 to 5 feet tall with self-closing, self-latching gates.
Dayton, OH
Dayton requires permits for retaining walls above a certain height, typically 4 feet. Engineering review may be required for taller walls.
Dayton, OH
Dayton restricts or prohibits intentional feeding of wildlife including deer, coyotes, and bears. Feeding wildlife creates public safety hazards and nuisance...
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