Firearms; providing for the display of state photo identification or valid driver license upon demand of law enforcement; effective date.
HB 2823 requires individuals carrying firearms in Oklahoma to show a valid driver's license, state photo ID, handgun license, or military ID to law enforcement upon demand during a routine traffic stop or arrest. It prohibits officers from disarming or restraining a person solely for failing to show ID without reasonable suspicion of other criminal activity. Violating this requirement may result in a $100 citation, though charges can be dismissed within 10 days by presenting valid ID to court. The law directly affects firearm carriers during police interactions and takes effect November 1, 2025.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 3, 2025
Last action Feb 4, 2025
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Feb 4, 2025
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Referred to Criminal Judiciary
lower
Feb 3, 2025
Introduced
First Reading
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Jay Steagall
RRepublican
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