Democrats Unsuccessful in Soliciting Ohio Gun Right Votes

Recently the Ohio Democratic party attempted to gather the personal information of the 200,000 plus registered concealed handgun licensees. The Democratic Party made a public records request pursuant to an Ohio law that allows "journalists" to gather such information for dissemination to the public alone. They were unsuccessful in their attempts and later rescinded the request after realizing they were not an eligible party to such information. It is clear that their objective was to solicit the gun right movement in the upcoming elections - in particular the gubernatorial election in which Ted Strickland is in a heated campaign against John Kasich.

As counsel for OFCC and a Columbus Gun Rights Lawyer I made comment on behalf of my client with regards to an article posted in the Cleveland Plain Dealer.

This upcoming election is pivotal and it is clear that given the recent successes in both Ohio and within the federal government that the gun right vote is pivotal to winning the upcoming elections.

Victory In The Supreme Court

Today the 2nd Amendment to the United States Constitution was held to apply to the individual states as well as the federal government. Writing for the majority, Justice Alito wrote that the "Due Process Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment incorporates the Second Amendment right recognized in Heller". As a local gun rights lawyer this case has been on my radar for quite sometime. You may read the opinion here: Opinion.

Restoring Your Rights

As an Ohio Gun Lawyer I receive a variety of calls from clients needing all sorts of legal assistance, whether it be the formation of an NFA Trust or a criminal matter. The most common, however, is the client who calls and tells me they have been delayed on a NICS check for purchasing a firearm. The conversation oftentimes results in me telling the client they can not own guns AT ALL under either federal or state law. If you believe this may be an issue for you or a friend do not hesitate to call my office so that we can put into place the proper procedures to safeguard your rights.

Listen to "Trigger Time with Joe Barrett"

As a gun lawyer I always do my very best to make sure the citizens of Ohio are aware of the laws that surround their firearm ownership. This Sunday, June 20th, at 6 pm I will be a guest speaker on Trigger Time with Joe Barrett. I will be discussing various issues surrounding gun law and answering call in questions. The radio show can be found at 55KRC Cincinnati located at 550AM on your radio dial.

Restaurant Carry Passes the Senate!

After months of waiting Ohioans for Concealed Carry in conjunction with the Buckeye Firearms Association and National Rifle Association achieved a small victory in the battle for Ohio Restaurant Carry. The Senate passed SB 239 which allows for concealed carry licensees to carry concealed firearms into liquor establishments as long as they are not consuming alcohol. The bill also brings with it additional provisions which allow a licensee to carry a concealed firearm more readily in a motor vehicle.

As an Ohio Gun Attorney I have worked diligently with Ohioans for Concealed Carry to ensure the interests of Ohio gun owners are made known to our elected officials. Even with aggressive opposition to this legislation gun owners have united and made their voices heard. As a Columbus Gun Lawyer it is always an honor to represent citizens who understand the necessity of preserving our 2nd Amendment rights.

Additionally, the Senate also passed SB 247 which brings state law into line with federal law on restoration of rights for gun owners.

Both of these bills are essential to alleviating the confusion that exists within the Ohio Weapons Control Act and brings state law not only in line with federal law but also with the majority of other states. The bills now head over to the Ohio House of Representatives for their approval.