Cockfighting; reducing penalties for certain cockfighting offenses; effective date.

HB 1313 reduces penalties for misdemeanor cockfighting offenses in Oklahoma. It lowers the maximum fine for first-time offenders from $500 to $500 (unchanged for first offense) but increases fines for repeat offenses to $1,000 (second) and $2,000 (third+), while removing the possibility of jail time for these violations. The bill does not change what constitutes illegal cockfighting or the felony penalties for organizing fights (which remain up to 10 years in prison). It directly affects individuals convicted of misdemeanor-level cockfighting activities, such as promoting events or serving as a referee. The changes take effect November 1, 2025.