Ohio Const. art. I, § 4
- Constitution
- Constitution of Ohio
- Text as of
- October 2026
What does this section say?
The people have the right to bear arms for their defense and security; but standing armies, in time of peace, are dangerous to liberty, and shall not be kept up; and the military shall be in strict subordination to the civil power. Effective: September 1, 1851
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