Concealed Weapons Ban in Parks

Several communities are trying to establish policies to ban carrying concealed weapons in public parks. Unfortunately, Ohio's concealed-carry law would negate the validity of any local statutes and enforcement could be challenged in court. According to Kim Norris, a spokesman for Ohio Attorney General Jim Petro,

"If you are a licensed concealed-carry holder, you should be allowed to carry in a park."

On the state level, the issue will be addressed by the Ohio legislature when it considers a bill introduced by state Sen. Ray Miller (D-Columbus) which would let local communities ban the carrying of concealed weapons in parks and recreation areas.