Behavior Ohio

You cannot participate in or challenge someone to a duel.

Status: Still Enforced / On the Books

The Law Explained

Like many states, Ohio had to formally outlaw dueling to stop gentlemen from shooting each other over minor insults. Anyone who challenges another to a duel, or acts as a second, faces serious penalties, ensuring disputes are settled in court rather than at dawn.

📚 Source / Legal Code

Official Code Citation: Ohio Constitution Article XV, § 5

Where to look:

Ohio State Constitution

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