The "Stand Your Ground" Law goes into effect in the state of Ohio effective today. In the past, the law required a person to retreat from a hostile situation before using their firearm in self-defense. The new law now eliminates that requirement. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed a bill changing the use of firearm policy back in January of this year.

DeWine was resistant to most gun bills until his legislation, Strong Ohio, could be passed. It came following the mass shooting in Dayton in August 2019. His bill would include a "red flag" gun law, enhanced background checks for gun purchases, increased penalties for people illegally having a gun, and more.