Bill > HB354

This bill amends Ohio state law to prohibit individuals convicted of first-degree misdemeanor domestic violence from possessing firearms or dangerous ordnance, expanding existing restrictions on weapon possession for certain individuals. Specifically, the bill adds a new provision to section 2923.13 of the Revised Code that prevents a person convicted of a first-degree misdemeanor domestic violence offense (under section 2919.25) from acquiring, carrying, or using firearms. The bill also modifies section 2923.14, which deals with applying for relief from firearm possession prohibition, to include this new category of restricted individuals. Under the proposed law, someone convicted of first-degree misdemeanor domestic violence would be subject to the same firearm restrictions as individuals with felony convictions, those with certain drug-related offenses, those with mental health adjudications, and other specified categories. The bill aims to enhance public safety by limiting firearm access for individuals with a documented history of domestic violence. The legislation is formally named the "Keeping Our Survivors Safe Act" and would represent an important expansion of Ohio's existing weapons disability laws.

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https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/hb354