Big changes happened to Oklahoma's DUI laws in 2019! These changes involve what happens with the license of someone arrested for DUI. The implied consent hearings with the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety (DPS) go away. Any challenge to a DUI arrest must be made in a District Court. A new program is created--the Impaired Driver Accountability Program (IDAP)--which … [Read more...] about DUI Law Changes – IDAP- New Oklahoma Laws 2019
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Age of Consent & Statutory Rape Law in Oklahoma
A frequently asked question online is something like, "I'm X years old. Can I have sex with someone who is Y years old?". The answer to this question requires a look at of Oklahoma's age of consent, incest, and rape laws. Age of Consent in Oklahoma The age of consent in Oklahoma is 16. Therefore, it is generally legal for a 16-year-old to have sex with anyone older than them. … [Read more...] about Age of Consent & Statutory Rape Law in Oklahoma
Firearms in Churches – 2018 Oklahoma Laws #31
This new law strengthens the right to use a firearm in self defense. In this legislation, the Legislature expressly recognized the right to expect absolute safety within a place of worship. Places of worship may now establish policies regarding the possession of weapons on their property. HB 2632 amended 21 O.S. ยง 1289.25. It went into effect on November 1, 2018. … [Read more...] about Firearms in Churches – 2018 Oklahoma Laws #31
Marsy’s Law – 2018 Oklahoma Laws #30
On November 6, 2018, voters in Oklahoma passed Marsy's Law (State Question 794). This constitutional amendment grants stronger constitutional rights for crime victims. It gives them more information and input during the criminal justice process. The goal of Marsy's law is to ensure that crime victims have the same rights as the accused and convicted. The entire text of Article … [Read more...] about Marsy’s Law – 2018 Oklahoma Laws #30
Trespass on Farming and Ranching Property-2018 Oklahoma Laws #29
The range of fine for willfully entering private land of another that is primarily devoted to farming, ranching, or forestry purposes without permission by the surface owner, surface lessee, hunting lessee, or lawful occupant of that land (trespassing) is now $750-$2,000. The previous range of fine is $500-$1500. The minimum fine for willfully or maliciously entering any … [Read more...] about Trespass on Farming and Ranching Property-2018 Oklahoma Laws #29