2023 CCW permits impacted by constitutional carry, Ohio attorney general’s report reveals

The number of Ohio residents issued or renewing handgun licenses has declined largely due to changes in state law. According to Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, 90,582 permits were issued last year. County sheriffs issued 15,581 new handgun licenses and 75,001 renewals. Currently, permit holders who wish to renew their licenses must do so every five years. The totals are based on statistics…