More counties now taking CHL applications

Although originally claiming not to be prepared to fulfill their duty under the law on April 8, more counties are now accepting CHL applications, albeit, in most cases, on a grossly limited basis.

Licking County: Concealed weapon applicants still plentiful
There's been no letup in the number of people submitting applications to get a concealed carry gun permit, said Licking County Sheriff's deputies.

"There's been so many, I haven't stopped to count them," said retired Licking County Sheriff Capt. Ken Richardson.

Richland County: County licensed to pack
Despite advertising to the contrary, Brown said the department accepted about 30 applications Thursday, the first day Ohio's concealed-carry law took effect, after being advised to do so by the Buckeye State Sheriff's Association.

Wayne County: Line forms early to apply for gun permit
Even before the doors opened, several Wayne County residents lined up outside the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office, hoping to be among the first to apply for a permit to carry concealed handguns. Monday was the first day residents could apply in Wayne County. The line began forming around 7:30 a.m., according to Sheriff Thomas G. Maurer.

Warren County: Appointment needed for Warren Co. gun permit
Sheriff's offices in Warren and Miami counties are taking applicants on an appointment-only basis.

Warren County is taking appointments for Tuesdays and Wednesdays and is booked ahead until the middle of May, said Del Everett, chief deputy.

"We've had a lot of calls and had people making appointments a considerable time ahead," Everett said.