Share:

In Ohio, citizens are well within their rights to own and even openly carry a gun as long as you have the permit or license to do so. However, owning a legal firearm can make routine traffic stops a bit more complicated. To stay safe and avoid the need for bail, use the following advice to guide your interactions with police officers.

How to Legally Transport a Gun in Ohio

In Ohio, individuals are not allowed to have a loaded firearm if it is accessible to a driver or passenger inside the vehicle. For those under the influence of alcohol or drugs, transporting a loaded gun at all is against the law.

To transport yours legally, keep it in a closed package, such as a box or a case. Alternatively, place it in a compartment that requires you to get out of the car to retrieve it—such as a trunk, trailer, or roof rack. You should also keep a copy of your license or permit in your glove compartment.

What to Do When Stopped by the Police

bailIf you get pulled over with a legal firearm in your vehicle, make sure your hands are on the wheel when the officer comes up to the window. Then, look at the officer and slowly tell them that you have a permit for a legal firearm in your vehicle. Using the word “firearm” will be less alarming than “gun” or even “weapon.”

Don’t reach for or point to the location of the gun unless you are asked. If they proceed to search your vehicle, letting the officer know about the presence of the firearm before they find out will potentially save you from a more tense line of questioning.

 

Interactions with law enforcement can be stressful, especially if they involve weapons. If you were charged with unlawful possession, rely on Bob Shropshire Bail Bonds to help you make bail. This downtown Cincinnati, OH, business is available 24 hours a day to help individuals get back home without delay. To learn more about their offerings, visit them online. Call (513) 721-3915 to speak about bail bonds with a representative.

tracking