How long do you go to jail for carrying a concealed weapon in Ohio?

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asked Aug 26, 2023 in Law/Ethics by mrwaters5434 (1,250 points)
How long do you go to jail for carrying a concealed weapon in Ohio?

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answered Feb 23 by LandeMark (11,060 points)
The length of time that you go to jail for carrying a concealed weapon in Ohio will depend on how severe the charge and your criminal history.

Carrying a concealed weapon in Ohio can be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony.

If charged with a misdemeanor for carrying the concealed weapon in Ohio you can get 180 days in jail and a fine of up to $1,000.00.

This is a charge and penalty for carrying a concealed weapon in Ohio without a permit.

If the charge for carrying a concealed weapon in Ohio results in a felony charge it can be charged as either a 3rd degree felony, 4th degree felony or even a 5th degree felony.

If charged with a 3rd degree felony for the concealed weapon in Ohio it can result in 1 to 5 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000.00.

If charged with a 4th degree felony it can result in 6 to 18 months in prison and a fine of up to $5,000.00.

A 4th degree felony charged for carrying a concealed weapon in Ohio is the penalty and charge for carrying a concealed weapon in Ohio without a permit.

If charged with a 5th degree felony for carrying the concealed weapon in Ohio it can result in 6 to 12 months in prison and a fine of up to $2,500.00

A 5th degree felony for carrying a concealed weapon in Ohio is the penalty and charge for carrying a concealed weapon while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

In Ohio you can legally carry and transport a concealed weapon or handgun in your vehicle or on your person if you have a concealed carry permit.

You can also legally transport an unloaded firearm in your vehicle in Ohio if you don't have a concealed carry weapon permit.

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