Ohio has allowed crossbows in archery season since the late 80's if I remember the article I read correctly. But since I've started hunting, the ODNR regs. webpage has been at the top of my FAVORITES list. That way, I can just click and look it up. By the way, I think Ohio has some of the least complicated regs out there. I tried to understand TN and CA (relatives in those states) but to no avail.