Criminal Justice (Drug Policy)

passed · Oklahoma · House May 11, 2026

HB 1163: Medical marijuana; decreasing weight amount of marijuana for aggravated trafficking offense; effective date.

HB 1163 lowers the weight threshold for "aggravated trafficking" of marijuana in Oklahoma from 1,000 pounds to 25 pounds. This means possessing 25 pounds or more of marijuana would now trigger the more severe aggravated trafficking penalties, rather than the standard trafficking penalties. The bill directly affects individuals convicted of large-scale marijuana offenses, potentially increasing penalties for lower quantities. It amends Oklahoma’s Illegal Drugs Act (63 O.S. 2021, Section 420) by changing the weight specifications in subsection C(1)(b) for marijuana trafficking offenses. The change applies to all marijuana possession cases meeting this new threshold, not just medical marijuana.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeLowers marijuana trafficking threshold from 1,000 to 25 lbs, increasing penalties for lower quantities and expanding criminalization per amended Illegal Drugs Act.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 2043: Harm-reduction services; removing certain authorities; eliminating certain protection. Effective date. Emergency.

SB 2043 repeals Section 2-1101 of Oklahoma's Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substances Act, which previously provided legal protections for harm-reduction services. This change directly affects organizations and programs offering services like needle exchanges or overdose prevention, removing their statutory immunity. The bill also amends definitions in Sections 2-101 and 2-101.1 to update language about drug paraphernalia and eliminate related protections. It declares an emergency to take effect immediately upon enactment. This is a procedural legislative change removing existing legal safeguards for harm-reduction initiatives.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeRepeals legal protections for harm-reduction services (needle exchanges, overdose prevention), directly restricting programs aligned with criminal justice reform by removing statutory immunity.92% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareRepeals legal protections for harm-reduction services (needle exchanges, overdose prevention), restricting public health programs central to healthcare access and safety.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Substance Abuse

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signed · Oklahoma · Senate May 12, 2026

SB 1980: Crimes and punishments; creating certain offenses related to gift cards and gift certificates. Effective date.

SB 1980 creates new criminal offenses related to gift cards and gift certificates in Oklahoma. It prohibits unauthorized acquisition or possession of gift cards (larceny), altering cards (forgery), fraudulently obtaining redemption information (fraud), and using stolen cards or information (theft), with penalties ranging from misdemeanor to grand larceny if $950+ is obtained within six months. The law directly affects cardholders (who receive gift cards) and issuers (businesses selling them), by making specific types of fraud punishable under existing Oklahoma criminal statutes. It defines key terms like "gift card" (including both single-merchant and network cards) and "redemption information" to clarify the scope of prohibited acts. The bill takes effect November 1, 2026.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeCreates new criminal offenses for gift card fraud, expanding criminalization without reform elements or policy changes to justice system outcomes.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy

in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 2096: Firearms; modifying provisions related to firearms for convicted felons and delinquents. Effective date.

SB 2096 expands Oklahoma's list of Class B4 offenses - criminal convictions that automatically ban firearm possession - to include 37 specific crimes. These include sexual offenses (like indecent exposure, child pornography, and sexual battery), gang-related activities, stalking, and certain violent crimes. The bill modifies existing laws (21 O.S. §1283) to require firearm restrictions for individuals convicted of these offenses, directly affecting people with such convictions. It also adjusts rules about firearm possession in vehicles and residences but does not restore rights for these offenders. The bill takes effect January 1, 2026.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeExpands firearm bans for 37 additional offenses (e.g., sexual crimes, gang activity), increasing restrictions on convicted felons' rights and expanding criminalization per 'oppose' indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Domestic Violence Drug Policy Firearms

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died · Oklahoma · House Feb 4, 2026

HB 3766: Driving under the influence; updating statutory references; setting requirements for driving under the influence of a controlled substance; effective date.

HB 3766 amends Oklahoma's DUI statutes to update Class B3 criminal offenses, specifically adding two DUI-related offenses: third or subsequent DUI convictions (item 21) and driving with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.15% or higher (item 22). The bill also updates statutory references across multiple DUI-related sections (e.g., Sections 11-902, 11-904, and 11-906.4) and clarifies that metabolite presence alone cannot be used as evidence for DUI of controlled substances. It further specifies requirements for testing controlled substances and allows independent evidence in DUI cases. The bill affects individuals convicted of certain DUI offenses and updates legal references for law enforcement and courts.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeAdds stricter DUI offenses (third conviction, 0.15% BAC), expanding criminalization and increasing penalties without reform elements.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy 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 · House Feb 4, 2025

HB 2200: Crimes and punishments; increasing and deleting certain penalties; effective date.

HB 2200 increases penalties for stealing or interfering with mail in Oklahoma. It makes unauthorized possession, destruction, or taking of mail (from mailboxes, delivery vehicles, or premises) punishable as a misdemeanor (up to 2 years in jail or $5,000 fine) or, for three or more offenses within 60 days, a felony (2-5 years in prison or $5,000 fine). The bill requires convicted individuals to pay restitution to victims as specified in Oklahoma law. This directly affects people who steal or tamper with mail, including postal items, packages, or delivery vehicles.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeIncreases penalties for mail theft, expanding criminalization and imposing harsher sentencing (misdemeanor/felony) without reform elements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Drug Policy Victims' Rights

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vetoed · Oklahoma · Senate May 29, 2025

SB 54: Motor vehicles; modifying scope and sentencing provisions for certain offenses. Effective date.

SB 54 modifies Oklahoma's driving under the influence (DUI) law to expand what constitutes a violation, including driving under the influence of any controlled substance (like marijuana) or combined alcohol and drugs, and applies the law to private roads accessing homes. It creates tiered penalties: first offenses are misdemeanors (up to 1 year jail, $1,000 fine), while repeat offenses become felonies with escalating sentences (1-5 years for second offenses, up to 20 years for fourth offenses). Key provisions require mandatory substance abuse evaluations, treatment at the defendant's expense, ignition interlock devices for 30-90 days, and community service for repeat offenders. The bill directly affects anyone convicted of DUI/DWI, particularly those with prior convictions, by increasing penalties and adding treatment and device requirements.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeExpands DUI definition to include marijuana/combined substances, increases penalties for repeat offenses, aligning with 'oppose' indicators of expanding criminalization and harsher sentencing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Drug Policy Sentencing

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