Ohio: Court Orders Cleveland to Stop Enforcing Local Gun Control

Published on May 27, 2011
Duration: 4:03

The Ohio Supreme Court has ordered the city of Cleveland to cease enforcement of 19 local gun control ordinances. This decision stems from a lawsuit filed by the Buckeye Firearms Foundation, funded in part by the NRA, challenging these ordinances under Ohio's preemption law. A hearing is scheduled to determine attorney fees for the Buckeye Firearms Foundation.

Quick Summary

The Ohio Supreme Court has ordered the city of Cleveland to cease enforcing 19 local gun control ordinances, upholding the state's preemption law. The lawsuit, filed by the Buckeye Firearms Foundation with NRA funding, challenged measures like handgun registration and 'assault weapon' bans.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Guest Introduction
  2. 00:08Court Decision Announcement
  3. 00:13Details of the Lawsuit
  4. 00:21Cleveland's 19 Gun Control Ordinances
  5. 00:53Scope of Ordinances
  6. 01:25Initial Dismissal of the Case
  7. 01:38Law Director's Comments
  8. 01:59Impact of Preemption Law
  9. 02:00Mandatory Attorney Fees
  10. 02:14History of the Issue
  11. 02:33Ohio Preemption in 2006
  12. 02:44Court Order Issued
  13. 03:06End of Local Gun Control in Ohio Cities
  14. 03:09Upcoming Hearing on Attorney Fees
  15. 03:14Attorney Fee Determination
  16. 03:42Congratulations and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the outcome of the lawsuit against Cleveland's gun control ordinances?

The Ohio Supreme Court ordered the city of Cleveland to stop enforcing 19 local gun control ordinances. This decision was based on the state's preemption law, which prevents local governments from enacting their own firearm regulations.

Who filed the lawsuit against Cleveland's gun control measures?

The lawsuit was filed by the Buckeye Firearms Foundation, with partial funding from the National Rifle Association (NRA). They sought to prohibit Cleveland from enforcing its local gun control ordinances.

What types of gun control measures were challenged in Cleveland?

The challenged ordinances covered a broad spectrum of gun control, including handgun registration, owner ID cards, 'assault weapon' bans, dealer restrictions, and prohibitions on firearm possession in public places like parks.

What is Ohio's preemption law regarding firearms?

Ohio's preemption law, passed in 2006, prohibits local governments from enacting or enforcing their own firearm-related ordinances. This ensures uniform gun laws across the state.

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