# Ohio Rev. Code § 2923.15: Using weapons while intoxicated

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_OH_T29_C2923_S2923.15

## Section

- **Citation:** Ohio Rev. Code § 2923.15
- **Heading:** Using weapons while intoxicated
- **Jurisdiction:** Ohio
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Ohio Revised Code / Title 29 / Chapter 2923 / § 2923.15

## Text

January 1, 1974 House Bill 511 - 109th General Assembly (A) No person, while under the influence of alcohol or any drug of abuse, shall carry or use any firearm or dangerous ordnance. (B) Whoever violates this section is guilty of using weapons while intoxicated, a misdemeanor of the first degree.

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