These updates changed who can carry firearms in certain places. A "billy" is no longer a prohibited item. The definition of "motor vehicle" was changed for purposes of possessing a gun. The law on retired law enforcement officers carrying guns is a little more restrictive. Possession of Gun in a Motorcycle With respect to where a gun may be possessed, HB 3718 changes the … [Read more...] about Firearm Carry Laws Updated – 2018 Oklahoma Laws #8
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Speeding Ticket Fines Reduced – 2018 Oklahoma Laws #7
The total cost for a ticket for speeding 1-10 mph over the speed limit has been reduced to no more than $100. This includes fines and additional fees. The previous total cost was around $225. This bill places limits on what the court clerk can collect. It also enumerates how the costs will be allocated. In general, this seems like a very complicated way of reducing the cost of … [Read more...] about Speeding Ticket Fines Reduced – 2018 Oklahoma Laws #7
Pardon & Parole Reform – 2018 Oklahoma Laws #6
This change creates an administrative parole docket, addresses the parole of aging prisoners, and makes statutory references to crimes considered "violent crimes." Administrative Parole For crimes committed on or after November 1, 2018, any person in the custody of the Department of Corrections will be eligible for parole after serving 1/4 of their sentence(s), according to … [Read more...] about Pardon & Parole Reform – 2018 Oklahoma Laws #6
Drug Trafficking Law Changes – 2018 Oklahoma Laws #5
Oklahoma's CDS trafficking law underwent some major changes. There's no longer a separate category for "cocaine base" (crack). Punishments were significantly reduced. Someone convicted of trafficking is now eligible for probation. Fentanyl was added to the list of drugs eligible for trafficking charges. New Drug Trafficking Fine Matrix Drug Quantity Minimum … [Read more...] about Drug Trafficking Law Changes – 2018 Oklahoma Laws #5
Hemp Is Legal – 2018 Oklahoma Laws #4
Growing hemp is now legal in Oklahoma when grown pursuant to the Oklahoma Industrial Hemp Agricultural Pilot Program. This law sets up various rules for the growing of hemp in Oklahoma. Previously, industrial hemp could only be shipped to Oklahoma for certain purposes. The official definition of marijuana has changed to exclude hemp grown under the Program. New … [Read more...] about Hemp Is Legal – 2018 Oklahoma Laws #4