Firearms; authorizing certain carry or use. Effective date.

SB 1699 amends Oklahoma law to clarify restrictions on carrying firearms while under the influence of alcohol or certain substances. It makes it unlawful to carry shotguns, rifles, or pistols when intoxicated (blood alcohol concentration over 0.08), using hallucinogens, illegal drugs, or unprescribed drugs, or when a prescribed drug impairs mental, emotional, or physical functioning to the point of abnormal behavior. For individuals holding a handgun license under Oklahoma's Self-Defense Act, a violation results in a six-month license suspension and a $50 fine following an administrative hearing by the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation. The law takes effect November 1, 2026, and does not create new prohibitions but specifies enforcement details for license holders.