<P> Licensees may carry a loaded handgun in a vehicle in most circumstances . Licensees must follow the above rules for any firearm other than a handgun (e.g. shotgun), although they have greater flexibility in terms of where loaded magazines for these firearms may be located . </P> <P> Employers may not forbid employees from storing guns in their vehicles while the vehicle is on the employer's parking lot . </P> <P> Ohio is a traditional open - carry state . The open - carry of firearms by those who legally possess the firearm is a legal activity in Ohio with or without a license . One need not have a concealed handgun license (CHL, CCW) to transport an unloaded handgun in a motor vehicle but it must be secured / contained and located in the vehicle requiring an exit of said vehicle to access it . Ammunition and magazines must be in a separate compartment or holding device . Note: If you have any alcohol in your system it is illegal to possess a firearm in your vehicle or on your person . </P> <P> It is illegal to carry a handgun in a Class D Liquor permit premises unless you possess a concealed carry permit and are not consuming alcohol . The law doesn't specify if the handgun must be concealed or not . </P>

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