Criminal Justice (Firearms)

in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 1707: Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation; prohibiting certain testing of firearms. Effective date.

SB 1707 prohibits the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) from conducting ballistic testing on firearms unless there is reasonable suspicion the firearm was used in a crime. This law directly affects the OSBI's evidence-handling procedures and limits testing to cases tied to active criminal investigations. The key provision requires that any firearm testing must be connected to a specific crime, preventing general or routine testing without probable cause. The bill takes effect on November 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill requires reasonable suspicion for firearm testing, aligning with civil rights protections and limiting unwarranted evidence handling per criminal justice reform indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Firearms

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 1468: Firearms; modifying elements of certain offenses. Effective date.

SB 1468 amends Oklahoma law to define and restrict specific firearms and ammunition. It defines "restricted bullets" (less than 60% lead core with fluorocarbon coating designed to penetrate body armor) and "restricted weapons" (automatic firearms or conversion devices like "Glock switches," excluding bump stocks). The bill makes it unlawful to manufacture, sell, possess, or use these items, with violations classified as Class B4 felonies punishable by up to 10 years in prison and fines up to $10,000. This law directly affects individuals or businesses involved in handling these specific firearms or ammunition, effective November 1, 2026.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeExpands criminalization by defining new prohibited items (restricted bullets/weapons) and imposing Class B4 felony penalties, increasing mandatory sentences.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Firearms

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 1665: Firearms; prohibiting courts from abridging a person's right to possess a firearm. Effective date.

SB 1665 prohibits Oklahoma courts from restricting a person’s right to purchase, possess, carry, or conceal a firearm. It requires courts to return firearms seized during a misdemeanor arrest or conviction once the case concludes, unless the firearm was used in the crime. The bill directly affects individuals arrested for misdemeanors who have firearms confiscated by law enforcement. It takes effect on November 1, 2026, and would be codified in Oklahoma Statutes as Section 1290.28 of Title 21.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProtects civil rights by preventing courts from restricting firearm possession post-misdemeanor, aligning with criminal justice reform principles.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Firearms Law Enforcement

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in committee · Oklahoma · House Feb 4, 2025

HB 1624: Firearms; defining term; effective date.

HB 1624 amends Oklahoma law to clarify firearm possession restrictions for specific groups. It prohibits convicted felons, individuals on felony probation, delinquent youth (within 10 years of adjudication), and undocumented immigrants from possessing most firearms. The bill also restores firearm rights for pardoned nonviolent felons and penalizes licensed gun owners who knowingly allow prohibited individuals to possess firearms, with penalties including license revocation and fines up to $5,000. Key provisions define terms like "altered toy pistol" and "sawed-off shotgun" for clarity in enforcement. The law takes effect November 1, 2025.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeRestricts firearm access for felons, probationers, and undocumented immigrants, expanding criminalization in public safety without reform elements.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationProhibits undocumented immigrants from firearm possession, restricting access to a fundamental right per bill language.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Firearms Probation & Parole

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 4, 2025

SB 528: Driver licenses; prohibiting Service Oklahoma from certain consideration of criminal background check. Effective date.

SB 528 prohibits Service Oklahoma from considering an applicant's criminal background check when processing driver license applications. This bill amends Oklahoma law to remove the requirement that Service Oklahoma review criminal history as part of license eligibility decisions. The change directly affects all Oklahoma residents applying for a driver license, ensuring past criminal convictions no longer impact their ability to obtain a license. Other requirements, such as vision tests, knowledge exams, and driving skills assessments, remain unchanged.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRemoves criminal background checks from driver license eligibility, aiding reintegration and reducing barriers for formerly incarcerated individuals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Firearms

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signed · Oklahoma · Senate May 5, 2025

SB 369: Assault and battery; modifying scope of certain unlawful act. Effective date.

SB 369 expands the definition of aggravated assault and battery against law enforcement officers in Oklahoma. It specifically includes attempts to gain control of an officer's firearm or strangulation as qualifying offenses. The law applies to police officers, sheriffs, deputies, highway patrol officers, corrections personnel, and state/federal peace officers enforcing state laws while on duty. This change makes those specific acts punishable as a felony with penalties including up to life in prison or a $5,000 fine. The bill was approved by the governor on May 3, 2025, and is now in effect.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeExpands criminalization of offenses against officers, increasing penalties to felony level with life sentences, aligning with 'oppose' indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Firearms Law Enforcement

in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 4, 2025

SB 416: Oklahoma Self-Defense Act; modifying scope of certain unlawful act related to prohibited ammunition. Effective date.

SB 416 modifies Oklahoma's Self-Defense Act to clarify that carrying a handgun (concealed or unconcealed) under this law with certain ammunition becomes a prohibited weapon. It specifically prohibits ammunition that is larger than .45 caliber, restricted bullets (as defined elsewhere in law), or any other ammunition already banned by law. This change directly affects individuals exercising their right to carry under Oklahoma's self-defense provisions. The bill updates the legal definition of prohibited ammunition within the Self-Defense Act without altering core self-defense rights. Violations would be punishable under existing criminal statutes.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill restricts self-defense rights by prohibiting specific ammunition types under Oklahoma's self-defense law, reducing defendant options and expanding criminalization of firearm use.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Firearms

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passed · Oklahoma · House Feb 2, 2026

HB 1990: Firearms; defining term; effective date.

HB 1990 amends Oklahoma's firearm law (21 O.S. 21, Section 1283) to clarify restrictions on firearm possession. It specifically allows individuals with a full pardon for nonviolent felonies to regain firearm rights, while maintaining prohibitions for: convicted felons (without pardon), people on felony probation, delinquent children/youthful offenders (for 10 years after adjudication), and illegal aliens. The bill also defines key terms like "altered toy pistol" and "sawed-off shotgun" to clarify enforcement. This amendment takes effect November 1, 2025, and directly affects restricted groups by defining their firearm access under state law.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRestores firearm rights for pardoned nonviolent felons, reducing post-conviction barriers and aligning with criminal justice reform goals.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Firearms Probation & Parole

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 4, 2025

SB 934: Firearms; stating certain criminal negligence. Effective date.

SB 934 amends Oklahoma law to address criminal negligence when firearm owners permit minors access to weapons. It makes it unlawful for a firearm owner to fail to secure a readily dischargeable firearm (a loaded gun ready to fire), leading to a minor causing injury or death - unless the owner used a locked container, supervised use for lawful purposes, or had other valid defenses listed in the bill. The law also expands civil liability, allowing victims to seek damages from parents or guardians whose negligence permitted a minor to possess a firearm that caused injury. This directly affects parents, guardians, and firearm owners who store guns unsafely around minors.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill creates new criminal negligence offense for firearm owners, expanding criminalization (key oppose indicator) by making failure to secure loaded guns a crime leading to injury/death.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Firearms

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SB 381: Firearms; modifying provisions related to carry of firearms by convicted felons. Effective date.

SB 381 modifies Oklahoma law to restore firearm rights for certain nonviolent convicted felons who have completed their sentences and maintained a 5-year clean record (no new misdemeanor or felony charges). It specifically allows these individuals to possess non-semi-automatic firearms and apply for handgun carry permits under the Oklahoma Self-Defense Act. However, rights are denied for those convicted of offenses like domestic abuse, sexual assault, child endangerment, or stalking. The bill maintains existing prohibitions for felons under supervision, delinquents, and undocumented immigrants possessing firearms.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRestores firearm rights for nonviolent felons post-sentence with clean record, promoting rehabilitation and reintegration per criminal justice reform principles.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Domestic Violence Firearms Violent Crime

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