Crimes and punishments; Laser Safety Act; increasing penalties; effective date.

HB 2715 increases penalties for misusing laser pointers by targeting two specific behaviors: pointing lasers at law enforcement officers during official duties and aiming lasers at aircraft or flight paths. For first offenses, fines rise to $500 for officers and $1,000 for aircraft, with prison terms up to one year or two years, respectively; repeat offenses carry higher fines ($1,000-$5,000) and longer prison terms (up to five years). The law explicitly exempts authorized personnel, including aircraft manufacturers, military personnel, and emergency signaling devices. It directly affects individuals who misuse laser pointers near officers or aircraft, not the general public using lasers responsibly. The bill amends Oklahoma’s Laser Safety Act without creating new prohibitions.