Criminal Justice (Firearms)

in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 10, 2025

SB 905: Controlled dangerous substances; ordering certain legislative referendum and creating felony offense.

This bill orders a legislative referendum to be voted on by Oklahoma voters at the next general election. The proposed law would create a new felony offense for individuals who possess both a controlled dangerous substance and a firearm at the same time. If approved, anyone convicted of this offense could face up to five years in state prison. The bill does not take effect until the referendum is passed by voters and the measure is codified into state law.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill expands criminalization by creating new felony offense for possessing drugs and firearms together, increasing potential prison sentences.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Firearms

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 1711: Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation; prohibiting certain evidence collection. Effective date.

SB 1711 prohibits the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) from collecting fingerprints from firearms unless there is reasonable suspicion the firearm was used in a crime. This law directly affects the OSBI’s evidence collection practices and applies to all firearm-related investigations handled by the agency. The key provision requires officers to have reasonable suspicion before taking fingerprints, replacing previous broader authority. The bill becomes effective November 1, 2026, and would be codified under Oklahoma Statutes Title 74, Section 151.5.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeRestricts OSBI evidence collection to cases with reasonable suspicion, limiting broad police authority in firearm investigations per bill's core provision.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Firearms

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 1697: Oklahoma Self-Defense Act; modifying scope of certain unlawful act. Effective date.

SB 1697 modifies Oklahoma's Self-Defense Act by changing the legal consequences for carrying prohibited ammunition while exercising self-defense rights. It removes the $500 administrative fine previously imposed for violating ammunition restrictions and now treats such violations solely as criminal offenses under Section 1272 of Oklahoma law. The bill specifically prohibits carrying firearms loaded with restricted bullets (as defined in Section 1289.19) or ammunition larger than .45 caliber under the Self-Defense Act. This directly affects gun owners who carry firearms for self-defense, making ammunition violations subject to criminal prosecution instead of civil penalties. The bill takes effect November 1, 2026.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeRemoves civil fine for ammunition violations, making them criminal offenses - expands criminalization under self-defense law90% confidence

Sub-Topics Firearms

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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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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 · 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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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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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 Mar 6, 2025

SB 123: Firearms; modifying scope of certain unlawful act. Effective date.

SB 123 modifies Oklahoma's Self-Defense Act to ban carrying firearms loaded with specific ammunition types: restricted bullets (per Section 1289.19), caliber larger than .45, or other legally prohibited ammunition. It directly affects individuals holding self-defense permits who carry firearms under the Act. The bill adds a $500 administrative fine for violations (in addition to potential criminal penalties), following a hearing by the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation. The law takes effect November 1, 2025.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeRestricts firearm ammunition types under self-defense permits, adding fines and limiting permit holder rights, aligning with 'oppose' indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Firearms

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