Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine
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The Ohio Dispatch reports that the SB 175 allows Ohio residents to defend themselves with a firearm wherever they have a legal right to be, potentially including businesses and public spaces.
An original version of the legislation granted civil immunity to places of worship and non-profit organizations when self-defense shootings take place on their property. Dispatch reported that the project has been expanded to clearly state that Ohio citizens can fire a weapon in self-defense wherever they are legally permitted.
The signing of the bill comes just over a year after DeWine announced pressure for gun control measures, including extended background checks after a mass shooting in Dayton, a pressure the state legislature refused to accept.
In a statement to Dispatch, DeWine said he hoped his action on Monday would inspire cooperation with the Republican-controlled state legislature in firearms control legislation.
“Everyone who cares about these issues knows that the provisions I am asking for do not in any way infringe the constitutional rights of citizens who comply with the law to own firearms,” he said. to fall into the hands of criminals. These provisions will save lives. These provisions must become law. “
“In the spirit of cooperation with the General Assembly, I signed the Senate Bill 175. I look forward to working with members of the legislature in the future to keep weapons out of the hands of criminals and to protect the rights of citizens who follow the law,” he added.
The signing of the bill on Monday was celebrated by arms rights advocacy groups, including the National Rifle Association (NRA) Legislative Action Institute.
“Crimes can happen quickly and without warning. Most victims have a fraction of a second to react with the best course of action for their survival. By signing SB 175, Governor DeWine ensures that the law favors victims and not We look forward to working with the governor in the future to promote the interests of Ohio citizens, “said an NRA spokesman.