Oklahoma Juvenile Code; modifying definition. Effective date.

SB 1764 amends the Oklahoma Juvenile Code's definition of "abuse" to explicitly state that parents may use "ordinary force" for discipline (including spanking, switching, or paddling) without it being considered abuse under the law. This change directly affects parents, child welfare workers, and courts when determining if disciplinary actions constitute abuse. The bill modifies Section 1-1-105 of the code by adding this clarification to the "abuse" definition, specifying that such discipline is permitted. It does not alter other definitions or create new programs.