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

HB 1313 reduces penalties for misdemeanor cockfighting offenses in Oklahoma. It amends Section 1692.8 of state law to lower maximum fines: first offenses now carry a $500 maximum fine (down from higher previous amounts), second offenses $1,000, and third or subsequent offenses $2,000. The bill directly affects individuals convicted of facilitating cockfights, such as those who provide equipment, advertise events, or serve as referees. The changes apply to violations under Sections 1692.2, 1692.3, and 1692.4, effective November 1, 2025.