OklahomaHB 2104Oklahoma 2026 Regular SessionHouseWALLET

Classification of felony offenses; designating classification for certain offenses; effective date.

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346 provisions identified: 216 benefits, 87 costs, 43 mixed.

Good‑faith compliance is a defense

If you acted in good faith to follow state or federal law, you cannot be prosecuted or convicted under this section. The rule protects people who honestly tried to comply with the law.

Tougher rules for subdivided land sales

Beginning January 1, 2026, sellers must register subdivided land or meet an exemption before offering or selling in Oklahoma. Using schemes to defraud, false or missing facts, or false filings are Class D3 felonies. Sellers must give buyers a current public offering statement at least 48 hours before a sale and keep a signed receipt for three years. Ads must be truthful, match the registration, and be filed at least 10 days before use with the required fee. Willful violations can carry fines up to $25,000 and felony charges.

Tougher penalties for violent crimes

The law strengthens punishments for violent crimes. Forcing someone to marry is a Class A2 felony with at least 10 years in prison. If listed crimes result in a death, the offense is a Class A2 felony with at least 4 years. After a governor declares a riot or insurrection, resisting the execution of process is a Class A2 felony with at least 2 years. Robbing or attempting to rob controlled drugs from practitioners or distributors is a Class A2 felony with at least 5 years and no suspended or deferred sentences; a later offense can bring life in prison. Intentional shootings and deadly‑weapon assaults, including acts involving an unborn child, are Class A3 felonies with up to life in prison. Tampering with traffic‑control devices that causes injury or death is a felony with prison and up to a $1,000 fine.

Harsher DUI penalties and supervision rules

Repeat DUI within 10 years is a felony with higher fines and jail time. A DUI after a prior DUI-related murder or manslaughter carries 5 to 20 years and up to a $10,000 fine. Aggravated DUI at 0.15 BAC or more requires treatment, testing, and at least 90 days with an ignition interlock. A deferred judgment counts as a conviction for 10 years after you finish probation. If the court orders community service, you cannot pay a fine instead of doing the hours.

Mandatory time for repeat offenders

Repeat convictions under this section must include fixed prison time. A second conviction means at least 1 year. A third or later conviction means at least 5 years. You cannot get probation, parole, furlough, or work release until the minimum is served.

Stiffer penalties for underage drinking hosts

Letting an invitee under 21 drink or use drugs at your home is a crime. First offense: fine up to $500 and a victims impact panel. Second within 10 years: fine up to $1,000 and a panel. Third or later within 10 years: a felony, fine up to $2,500 and possible prison, plus a panel. If someone is badly hurt or killed, it is a felony with a $2,500–$5,000 fine and possible prison. A third or later powdered‑alcohol offense is also a felony with a fine up to $3,000.

Fraud during workers’ comp brings felony

While you receive temporary total disability, not reporting any earned income is a felony. If you are charged with workers’ comp fraud and bound over after a preliminary hearing, your benefits and case are paused until the criminal case ends. This can cut off income and add major legal risk.

Harsher penalties for tax fraud

Intentionally failing to file a required state tax return, or filing a false one to evade tax, is a felony. Penalties include $1,000 to $50,000 in fines and possible prison. Knowingly giving false sworn tax documents or false answers to the Tax Commission is perjury with felony penalties. Knowingly filing a false sworn return can also bring a $500 to $5,000 fine or felony sentencing.

Felony for false workers’ comp self‑insurance

An employer who knowingly gives false information to get or keep a workers’ comp self‑insurance permit commits a Class D3 felony. The fine can be up to $10,000 per occurrence. This applies beginning January 1, 2026.

Felonies for false incentive claims

Willfully filing false applications or reports to get state incentives is a felony. Courts can fine $1,000 to $50,000 and impose prison time. You must repay all incentive or investment payments and owe 10% yearly interest on those amounts.

Strict felony rules for horse racing

Running paid horse races or allowing wagering without a state license is a felony with fines up to $10,000 and possible prison. Entering a horse under a false name or class, using devices or drugs to change a horse’s speed, or taking bribes tied to races are felonies. Accepting pay to transmit or collect wagers is banned. Convictions can lead to license suspension or revocation by the Racing Commission.

Penalties for no drug tax stamp

Making, moving, or possessing controlled substances without the required tax stamp is a felony. The court may order prison and a fine up to $10,000. Dealers who violate the law also owe a civil penalty equal to 100% of the drug tax, in addition to the tax itself.

Stronger drug crime penalties and zones

The state increases penalties for serious drug crimes. Using a minor to sell or move drugs is a felony, with 2–10 years for a first offense and up to life for repeat crimes. Selling or moving drugs within 2,000 feet of schools, parks, colleges, public housing, or child care is a felony, and repeat convictions cannot get probation, suspended, or deferred sentences. Making large drug amounts (for example, 1 kg heroin, 5 kg cocaine, 50 g meth or 500 g mix, 10 g fentanyl, or 1,000 kg/1,000 plants of marijuana) is an aggravated felony with 20 years to life and at least a $50,000 fine, and you must serve 85% of the term. Mixing fentanyl with other drugs is a felony with 7 years to life and at least a $50,000 fine; paraphernalia fines rise to as much as $10,000 for repeat offenses, and repeat felons face habitual‑offender sentencing.

20% quarterly penalty on unpaid fines

If you do not pay an administrative or civil penalty on time, extra costs apply. You owe attorneys’ fees, collection costs, interest, and a nonpayment charge equal to 20% of your total unpaid penalties every quarter. The 20% fee repeats each quarter you stay unpaid.

Stiffer penalties for insurance control violations

The state increases penalties for willful violations of insurance control laws. Insurers face fines up to $100,000. Officers and employees who knowingly file false statements to deceive the Insurance Commissioner commit a felony and can be fined up to $150,000. Making prohibited contracts or blocking required inspections is a felony with up to a $10,000 fine per violation and possible restitution.

Stronger protections in viatical settlements

If someone breaks the Viatical Settlements Act, the Insurance Commissioner can fine up to $10,000 per violation and order restitution to people harmed. If you were damaged by a violation, you can sue the violator in court. These tools increase penalties on bad actors and help victims recover losses.

Higher pollution fines and one-incident relief

The law raises environmental penalties. Knowing and willful Clean Air violations that endanger others or involve monitoring tampering are a Class C2 felony with up to $250,000 in fines and up to 10 years in prison. For water discharges (OPDES), negligent violations carry $2,500–$25,000 per day (up to $50,000 per day after a first conviction). Knowing violations carry $5,000–$50,000 per day (up to $100,000 per day after a first conviction). If someone knowingly violates and puts a person in imminent danger, individuals face up to $250,000 and 15 years, and organizations face up to $1,000,000, with doubled limits on later convictions. Lying on OPDES reports or tampering with monitoring can bring up to a $10,000 fine on the first conviction and up to $20,000 per day on later convictions. Willfully lying or omitting required facts on hazardous or solid‑waste permits is a felony with up to a $100,000 fine (and up to five years in jail for hazardous‑waste cases). Willfully breaking the out‑of‑state waste limit (over 200 tons/day from beyond 50 miles) is a felony with fines up to $10,000. One operational upset that causes several simultaneous parameter violations counts as a single violation.

Most changes take effect January 2026

The law took effect January 1, 2026. This is the start date for the criminal and regulatory changes described here.

Expanded turnpike building and toll powers

The Turnpike Authority can build and operate the listed toll road projects and connections. It can sell revenue bonds paid only from toll and project revenues, and it can set and change tolls over time. It may accept federal grants so long as other highway aid to Oklahoma is not reduced. A new Tulsa County bridge may start only after the Authority finds it will become self‑sufficient from tolls within 30 years. These powers expand road access but can also add or change toll costs for drivers.

Construction trust funds pay liens first

Construction trust funds must first pay valid labor and materialmen lien claims. Those funds cannot be used for anything else until current and coming lienable claims are paid.

Stronger penalties for real estate fraud

Beginning January 1, 2026, acting as a real estate agent in Oklahoma without a state license is a felony. Misusing trust funds brings felony penalties based on the amount taken: $1,000–$2,500 can be a Class D3 felony, and $15,000 or more is a Class C2 felony. Contractors who lie to a homeowner about liens commit a felony. These rules protect clients and honest professionals.

Crackdown on auto theft and chop shops

Stealing vehicles or heavy equipment worth $50,000 or more is a Class C2 felony; lower values are Class D1. Making false statements on a title or altering a title is a Class C2 felony with fines from $50 to $5,000 or $100 to $5,000, plus possible prison. Running a chop shop or tampering with a VIN is a Class C2 felony with fines up to $100,000. Buying or holding parts with a known altered VIN is a Class D1 felony with fines up to $50,000. Attempts, conspiracies, solicitation, aiding, or helping after the fact are separate felonies. Crusher rules are stricter: unlicensed crushers with stolen property and sellers who use false ID face Class C2 felonies.

Crackdown on child sexual exploitation online

Knowing possession of 100 or more child sexual abuse images is an aggravated felony. It can mean prison up to life, a fine up to $10,000, and sex‑offender registration. Selling or distributing obscene or child sexual abuse material can bring up to 10 years and a $10,000 fine. Using phones, computers, or other devices to solicit sexual conduct with a minor is a felony; each message is a separate crime and can bring up to 10 years and a $10,000 fine. Sentences of 2 years or more (not life) require post‑prison supervision.

Crackdown on illegal gambling communications

Running an illegal gambling house is a felony and can bring $500 to $10,000 in fines and prison. Sending or receiving betting information over communications systems is a felony with fines up to $25,000 per conviction and possible prison. On a court order, communications companies must cut off lines used mainly for gambling and are protected from liability for doing so.

Felonies for recruiting minors into gangs

Knowingly recruiting or encouraging a minor to join a criminal street gang to commit crimes is a felony with up to 5 years or a $5,000 fine, or both. A second or later conviction brings 5 to 10 years and up to a $5,000 fine. The law defines a “criminal street gang” as a group of 5 or more people that requires members to commit listed crimes.

Felonies for unregistered or disguised aircraft

Flying an aircraft in Oklahoma without valid FAA or foreign registration is a felony. Tampering with aircraft identification numbers or plates to hide identity is a felony; buying or selling an aircraft knowing IDs were removed is a misdemeanor unless done to conceal identity, which is a felony. Proof of valid registration at arrest is a defense to the unregistered‑aircraft charge.

Felony for officials’ contract conflicts

District directors, officers, agents, or employees cannot have a direct or indirect interest in district purchase or construction contracts. Violations are Class C2 felonies and can bring up to a $10,000 fine and prison.

Felony for violent attempts to overturn government

It is a felony to plan, help, or join efforts to overthrow or change the U.S. or Oklahoma government by force or violence. This targets willful, violent attempts to overturn government.

Felony penalties for SB 1357 violations

Violating certain sections of SB 1357 is a Class C2 felony. Each violation can bring up to a $10,000 fine and prison, and the Attorney General or local prosecutors can charge the case.

Felony to dodge roadblocks or hinder fires

Willfully avoiding or driving through a lawful police roadblock is a Class C2 felony with up to a $5,000 fine and prison. Interfering with or damaging forest rangers’ or firefighters’ equipment while they fight fires is a Class D3 felony. These rules protect responders and the public.

Game wardens get full police powers

Game wardens are full peace officers statewide. They can enforce wildlife and all state laws, make arrests, seize illegally taken wildlife, start cases with prosecutors, and help enforce fire laws on request.

Harsher penalties for abuse during pregnancy

Domestic abuse against a pregnant woman, when the offender knew of the pregnancy, is a Class B5 felony with up to 5 years in prison. A second conviction is a Class A3 felony with at least 10 years. If the abuse causes a miscarriage or injures the unborn child, it is a Class A1 felony with at least 20 years. Domestic abuse that causes great bodily injury is a Class B3 felony with up to 10 years in prison (or up to 1 year in county jail). Prior qualifying convictions from other jurisdictions, and certain municipal convictions with jail time on or after 1997‑11‑01, can count toward felony charging.

Harsher penalties for child abduction and marriage

Taking or enticing away a child under 16 is a felony with up to 10 years in prison. If the case involved sexual abuse and the sentence is 2 years or more, post‑prison supervision is required. Taking or inducing someone under 15 for marriage or concubinage is a felony with up to 5 years in prison. Courts may also choose up to 1 year in county jail or a fine up to $1,000, or both.

Harsher penalties for election fraud

Tampering with voting machines or devices is a felony. Voting more than once, voting while ineligible, using or moving unauthorized ballots, or filing false absentee or voter‑eligibility affidavits are felonies. Making or submitting fake voter registrations, notarizing absentee forms without the voter present, or stealing election supplies to change results are felonies. Giving, asking for, or taking something of value to influence a vote, or to make a candidate withdraw, is a felony, but giving an envelope or stamp to mail a ballot is allowed. Trying to stop someone from registering or voting by force, lies, or other methods, or printing or holding unauthorized ballots or fake voter IDs, is also a felony.

Harsher penalties for embezzlement

Embezzlement penalties scale by value: under $1,000 is a misdemeanor; $15,000 or more is a Class C2 felony. Public officers who divert appropriated funds face a Class C2 felony, a fine equal to three times the amount taken, and restitution. Courts can also order restitution, and certain convicted fiduciaries are barred from taking estate benefits.

Harsher penalties for laundering and RICO

Money laundering penalties now scale by value: under $2,500 is a misdemeanor; over $50,000 is a top‑tier felony (5 to 20 years). On top of prison and fines, violators also owe a civil penalty equal to three times the property’s value, split between the prosecutor and investigating agency. RICO convictions carry at least 10 years in prison, and no deferred sentence, probation, or other release until half the sentence is served.

Harsher penalties for robbery and holdups

First‑degree robbery is a felony with at least 10 years in prison. Robbery done by two or more people carries 5 to 50 years. Using a firearm, other dangerous weapon, blanks, or an imitation firearm in a robbery brings 5 years to life. Three separate armed‑robbery convictions can mean life or at least 10 years, and courts must set a 10‑year minimum before any reduction or parole.

Harsher penalties for subversion and plots

Advocating violent overthrow, sabotage, sedition, or treason by adults is a felony with 5 years to life. Entering military sites to seize arms or supplies is a felony. Publicly displaying emblems to resist or disrupt the law can be a felony with up to a $1,000 fine. Conspiring to commit a felony is a felony with up to a $5,000 fine and prison. Planning acts against Oklahoma’s peace from outside the state is also a felony.

Higher penalties for prostitution operations

Helping run or profit from prostitution, lewdness, or assignation is a felony. A first offense can bring up to 5 years and up to a $5,000 fine; fines rise to $10,000 for a second and $15,000 for a third or later. If the victim is under 18, prison can be up to 15 years. Fines then rise to $10,000 for a first, $20,000 for a second, and $30,000 for a third or later.

Maiming crimes now serious felonies

Maiming another person is a Class C2 felony and can include up to a $1,000 fine and prison. Intentionally injuring yourself to dodge a legal duty is also a Class C2 felony with prison exposure.

Many listed crimes raised to felonies

The law reclassifies many listed crimes as felonies. Affected areas include pipelines, embezzlement by county treasurers, bribery, fraud, larceny, environmental violations, election offenses, and motor‑vehicle crimes. This raises sentencing exposure and strengthens enforcement across these topics.

Operating illegal gambling is a felony

Running poker, roulette, craps, or other banking or percentage games is a Class C2 felony unless allowed by the Oklahoma Charity Games Act. A court can order prison and a fine of $500–$2,000.

Rail and aircraft safety felonies

Tampering with rail lights or signals to endanger a train is a Class C2 felony. Installing or keeping non‑approved aircraft fuel tanks or bladders is a Class D3 felony; lacking FAA Form 337 is a misdemeanor. These rules aim to prevent dangerous transport and aviation incidents.

Severe penalties for human trafficking

Knowingly trafficking people is a felony with 5 years to life and a fine up to $100,000. If the victim was under 18, the minimum is 15 years and the fine can reach $250,000. Courts must order restitution to victims. People convicted must serve at least 85% of the sentence before parole or most credits.

Statewide child abuse hotline and reporting

DHS runs a single statewide hotline for child abuse reports, trains staff, tracks call data, and records each referral for 12 months. Recordings are confidential. Everyone must report suspected abuse of a child under 18 to the hotline. School employees must also call local police for students under 18, and call police for students 18 or older. Reports to a county office must be sent to the hotline, with a narrow exception for certain custody‑by‑abandonment cases.

Stiffer penalties for murder and manslaughter

An accessory to first‑degree murder faces 5 to 45 years; for second‑degree murder, 5 to 25 years. Asking someone to commit first‑degree murder carries 5 years to life. Certain killings are classed as first‑degree manslaughter, a serious felony. A physician who is intoxicated and causes a death can also be guilty of first‑degree manslaughter.

Stiffer penalties for stealing controlled drugs

Stealing, burglarizing, or taking controlled dangerous substances is a felony. Second or later convictions cannot get suspended sentences, deferred sentences, or probation. Penalties are stricter to deter theft from pharmacies and medical sites.

Stricter drug trafficking rules and mandatory time

The law sets drug weights that count as trafficking and aggravated trafficking. Examples: marijuana at 25 lb (trafficking) and 1,000 lb (aggravated); fentanyl at 1 g (trafficking, $100,000–$250,000 fine) and 5 g (aggravated, $250,000–$500,000 fine and 2 years to life). First trafficking can be up to 20 years. A second trafficking crime is 4 years to life with at least 50% served; a third is 20 years to life with at least 50% served. Aggravated trafficking requires serving 85% before parole, and earned credits cannot cut service below 50%. Causing a minor to commit drug crimes is a felony with up to 20 years and up to a $200,000 fine; most sentences cannot be suspended or deferred except for a first offense.

Stronger child abuse and sex-crime penalties

Willful child abuse, enabling abuse, and many child sexual crimes are felonies that can bring up to life in prison and fines of $500–$5,000. Willful child neglect and enabling neglect are also felonies with the same fine range and up to life in prison. Sexual abuse or exploitation of a child under 12 carries 25 years to life and a $500–$5,000 fine; sentences of 2 years or more also include post‑prison supervision. Repeat forcible sexual crimes against children under 14 can be punished by death or life without parole. The law adds detailed definitions like enabling abuse, incest, lewd acts, and who is responsible for a child’s welfare.

Stronger penalties for attacks and weapons

Assaulting an on‑duty officer is a felony that can mean life in prison and a fine up to $1,000. If the officer is maimed, the penalty is 5 years to life and up to a $5,000 fine. Placing explosives on vehicles or buildings to harm people brings 5 years to life. Having a pistol, shotgun, rifle, or listed weapon while committing a felony is a separate crime: first offense is 2 to 10 years; later offenses are 10 to 30 years.

Stronger penalties for bus attacks

Seizing control of a bus is a felony with up to 20 years in prison and a fine up to $20,000. Threatening or assaulting bus staff or passengers to help a seizure is a felony with up to 10 years and a $5,000 fine. Using a deadly weapon in these crimes raises it to a top‑tier felony (up to 20 years and $20,000). Firing a gun in a bus or terminal is a felony with up to 5 years and a $5,000 fine unless it was lawful self‑defense.

Stronger penalties for election misconduct

It is a felony to offer money or anything of value to influence a vote. Appointed election officers who knowingly refuse required duties also face felony charges. If someone knowingly gives more than the legal campaign limit by $5,000 or more, a court can fine up to four times the excess and impose jail.

Stronger penalties for farm and animal crimes

Willfully poisoning someone else’s animal is a Class D1 felony and can bring up to a $250 fine and prison. Stealing or knowingly buying stolen domestic fowl is grand larceny, a Class D1 felony, regardless of value, with up to a $200 fine and prison. Intentionally releasing feral swine or breaking import, testing, permit, license, or transport rules is a Class D3 felony with a $2,000 fine and possible prison.

Stronger penalties for protective‑order abuse

A second or later violation of a protective order is a Class D1 felony, with a $2,000–$10,000 fine or prison. If the later violation causes physical injury, punishment is 1–5 years in prison and a $3,000–$10,000 fine.

Stronger penalties for repeat stalking

Stalking means willful, repeated following or harassment that makes a person or family member feel threatened. A first conviction can bring up to 3 years in prison or a $5,000 fine. A second can bring up to 6 years or a $10,000 fine. A third or later can bring up to 12 years or a $15,000 fine. Sentences of 2 years or more generally require post‑prison supervision.

Stronger rape penalties and supervision

First‑degree rape can be punished by death, at least 5 years, life, or life without parole. Other rape cases are second‑degree felonies. Rape by instrumentation is a serious felony. Anyone sentenced to 2 years or more for these crimes (not life) must serve post‑imprisonment supervision.

Stronger recovery of crime profits for victims

Entering a contract that avoids required forfeiture of crime proceeds is a Class C2 felony. Fines are at least $10,000 and can be up to three times the contract proceeds, with possible prison. Money held in escrow pays victims first for judgments and restitution, then fines and costs. Remaining funds go to the Victims’ Compensation Revolving Fund.

Tougher penalties for corruption and bribery

Bribing or taking bribes by legislators is a felony, with prison and fines up to $5,000. Bribing judges or jurors, or trying to sway a juror, is also a felony with prison and up to a $5,000 fine. Public officers who corruptly accept gifts face felony penalties, up to a $5,000 fine, up to 1 year in jail, loss of office, and a lifetime bar from office. Fiduciaries who take bribes without the beneficiary’s consent face a felony and fines up to $5,000 or up to twice the bribe’s value. Bribery with intent to defraud at insured banks or credit unions is a felony. Specified registrant offenses can bring up to 20 years or a $250,000 fine; repeat convictions double the term and fine and cannot get suspended, deferred, or probation.

Tougher penalties for drug distribution

Selling, transporting with intent to sell, or possessing with intent to sell Schedule I or II drugs (not marijuana) is a Class C2 felony with fines up to $100,000. Selling Schedule III–V drugs or marijuana is a Class D1 felony with fines up to $20,000. Making or distributing counterfeit drugs is a Class C2 felony with fines up to $25,000. An imitation‑drug first offense is a misdemeanor; a second offense is a Class D2 felony with fines up to $5,000. Repeat convictions are treated as repeat felonies.

Tougher penalties for drug manufacturing

The law bans making illegal drugs and having key chemicals, like pseudoephedrine, iodine, or anhydrous ammonia, when you intend to make drugs. People convicted under aggravated quantity rules cannot get suspended or deferred sentences or probation. A second or later aggravated manufacturing conviction is treated as a habitual offense. Those offenders must serve at least 85% of their sentence before any credits or parole.

Tougher penalties for gun ID crimes

Having a gun with a removed or defaced serial number during a felony is a Class D1 felony and can bring a $1,000–$10,000 fine and prison. Removing a serial number outside a felony remains a misdemeanor. Knowingly carrying with a stolen handgun license is a Class B4 felony with a $5,000 fine.

Tougher penalties for public corruption

Public officers who embezzle funds or take bribes face felony charges, loss of office, and permanent disqualification. Record custodians who hide or destroy public records face felony charges, $250 to $3,500 in fines, possible prison, and a permanent bar from office. Commissioners of the Land Office employees who tamper with records must be fired and can be fined up to $1,000. Department of Transportation staff who profit from doing business with the Department face felony charges and $500 to $5,000 fines.

Tougher penalties for violent attacks

The law raises penalties for certain violent acts. Firing a gun into a home or public/business building is a felony with 2 to 20 years in prison. Breaking into an occupied home is first‑degree burglary, a serious felony. Biochemical assault is a crime: up to 1 year and $1,000 if the substance is not harmful; up to 10 years if it is toxic or lethal. Violating Section 1266.4 is a Class B1 felony with up to $20,000 in fines and 1 to 20 years, and no probation.

Tougher penalties for wildland arson and unsafe burns

Willfully burning another’s forest, grass, or rangeland is a felony with up to a $5,000 fine and prison. Willfully breaking controlled‑burn notice or approval rules is a felony with up to a $1,000 fine and prison; careless violations are misdemeanors. Having an incendiary device with intent to burn another’s land is a felony with up to a $1,000 fine and prison. Civil liability for damages still applies.

Unauthorized body removal is a felony

Removing a dead body or body parts without authorization is a Class D1 felony. A court can impose prison, a fine up to $5,000, or both. This protects investigations and families’ rights.

Bigger recoveries for counterfeit victims

Victims of counterfeit goods get stronger money recovery. Courts can order criminals to pay restitution to the intellectual property owner. In civil court, owners can recover up to three times their losses plus court costs and reasonable attorney fees.

Crackdown on deceptive business opportunities

Saying a registration means the state approved a business opportunity is a felony. Ads for business opportunities cannot lie or leave out key facts; doing so is a felony. Willfully breaking core business‑opportunity rules can bring fines up to $10,000 per offense and prison.

Crackdown on kickbacks and rigged bids

Giving or taking kickbacks is a felony, with fines up to $10,000 or up to double the illegal gain, and possible prison. Contractors who fix or pool prices or divide territories for public projects commit a felony, and willful prohibited acts by contractors carry felony penalties and fines up to $5,000. Corporations, unions, some LLCs and partnerships are banned from contributing to parties, PACs, or candidates; over $5,000 in illegal contributions is a felony with fines up to four times the amount and possible prison. Violations of the Minority Business Enterprise Act and false statements to the Administrator are also felonies. If no other penalty is listed for a Class D1 felony, the default is a fine from $500 to $5,000, prison, or both.

Felonies for card and fake‑ID fraud

Signing or holding someone else’s credit or debit card, making card‑cloning devices, or completing cards without consent is a felony. If the fraud gets $1,000 or more in goods or services, it is a higher felony; under $1,000 is a misdemeanor. Making or selling fake IDs is a Class D1 felony. Using a false ID to commit a felony, mislead police, or avoid charges can bring up to a $10,000 fine and prison.

Felonies for monopolies and price discrimination

Monopolizing, attempting, or conspiring to monopolize trade in Oklahoma is a Class C2 felony. Harmful price discrimination between buyers of like goods is also a Class C2 felony when it hurts competition. Legitimate cost differences and bona fide transactions remain allowed.

Felony for adulterated poultry fraud

Violations of poultry rules done to defraud, or that distribute adulterated poultry, are a felony. Conviction can bring fines up to $10,000 and prison. This protects food safety and honest businesses.

Harsher penalties for forgery and records

Forging court papers, property records, official seals, or acknowledgments is forgery in the second degree, a Class D1 felony. Issuing fake corporate stock or bonds is a Class D1 felony. Making counterfeit gold or silver coins to pass or export is a Class D1 felony. Making false entries in public financial books and forging public‑transport tickets are Class D1 felonies. Faking a child’s birth to steal an inheritance is a Class C2 felony.

Harsher penalties for hacking and eavesdropping

Serious computer crimes under the state’s list are Class C2 felonies. Illegal interception, disclosure, or selling wiretap devices is a Class D1 felony with at least a $5,000 fine; each illegal use is a separate crime. Disabling or tampering with security cameras to hide a felony is a Class D1 felony with fines up to $10,000 and prison.

Stricter rules on delivery and warehouse fraud

Fraud in deliveries tied to bad or missing receipts is a crime that scales by value: under $1,000 is a misdemeanor; $15,000 or more is a Class C2 felony. Fake or improper public‑warehouse receipts and related misconduct are felonies with fines up to $10,000 and possible prison.

Stronger anti‑corruption and fair access

The law cracks down on public contract corruption and bid‑rigging. Kickbacks to OMES officers are a Class C2 felony with up to a $5,000 fine and prison. Bid‑rigging or leaking bid terms is a Class D1 felony, and the bids are thrown out and rebid. Planning to defraud the state or local governments is a Class C2 felony with fines up to $25,000. Owners of essential facilities cannot unreasonably deny access that harms competition, and injured competitors or customers can sue if no Commission remedy exists.

Stronger consumer privacy and scam penalties

Unfair or deceptive acts are unlawful, and victims can recover actual damages and attorney’s fees. Courts can award up to $2,000 per unconscionable act and civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation. Getting or selling someone’s phone records without consent is a felony; offenders must forfeit tools and pay restitution, with higher penalties for more records. Promoting pyramid schemes is a felony with up to 10 years in prison and up to $10,000 in fines.

Stronger livestock disease and fraud rules

Branding or removing brands on livestock you do not own to defraud is a felony. Removing official marks from diseased animals without the State Veterinarian’s approval is a felony. Violating a livestock quarantine is a felony when the animals are worth more than $1,000. Breaking poultry storage or handling rules that prevent adulteration is a felony. Related Section 3 offenses can bring fines up to $10,000 and jail.

Stronger penalties for identity and fake‑officer fraud

Pretending to be someone else to take legal actions is a felony. Getting money or property by false personation scales by value: under $1,000 is a misdemeanor; $15,000 or more is a Class C2 felony. Impersonating public officers or using sham legal process can be felonies, and misusing a vehicle to imitate police with harmful acts can be a Class C2 felony. Getting bank or customer data from a financial institution by lies is a Class C2 felony, and courts may order restitution to affected customers.

Tougher rules for check and note fraud

The law sets clear value tiers for theft by deception and forged instruments. $1,000–$2,499.99 is a Class D3 felony; $2,500–$14,999.99 is a Class D1 felony; $15,000 or more is a Class C2 felony. For two or more bogus checks in a scheme: $500–$1,999.99 is a misdemeanor; $2,000–$2,499.99 is D3; $2,500–$14,999.99 is D1; $15,000+ is C2. Selling, holding, or passing forged checks or notes follows the same tiers, and using a fake note from a non‑existent bank is a Class D1 felony.

Tighter rules for advisers and securities

People may not act as investment adviser representatives in Oklahoma without registration or a valid exemption. A representative’s registration only counts while they are employed by or associated with a registered or notice‑filed firm. Barred or suspended representatives cannot do business; the Administrator can grant limited waivers for federal covered advisers for good cause. Referral fees must be routed through registered firms or broker‑dealers. Securities fraud and running bucket shops are felonies; bucket shop operators can be fined up to $1,000 and face prison.

Tighter limits on housing sex offenders

The Department of Corrections cannot contract to house a registered sex offender in a private home where another registrant lives. Providers may not place or offer housing for registrants in single‑family zones or in buildings not zoned for multi‑unit or correctional use. Group homes or rooming for two or more registrants must provide treatment and meet local zoning. Knowingly allowing registrants to live together in violation brings rising penalties: first up to a $500 fine or 1 year in jail; second up to $2,500 or 1 year; third is a felony with a $2,500–$5,000 fine or up to 5 years in prison.

Cracking down on workers’ comp fraud

Lying or using a scheme to get or boost workers’ comp benefits or coverage is a felony. The law creates a Workers’ Compensation Fraud Investigation Unit in the Attorney General’s Office, funded by the Workers’ Compensation Commission. Investigators are certified peace officers who target workers’ comp and related insurance fraud.

Higher penalties for workers’ comp fraud

Workers’ compensation fraud is a Class D1 felony. A conviction can bring prison, a fine up to $10,000, or both. Each prior felony conviction for this fraud adds two years to the sentence. The goal is to cut fraud that raises employer and insurance costs.

More tools to fund passenger rail

The Department can take state, federal, and private money for passenger rail planning and projects. It can sign agreements to keep service running and may use the Oklahoma Tourism and Passenger Rail Revolving Fund only for these rail purposes. This helps maintain and grow passenger rail.

New safeguards for failing banks and public claims

A bank cannot accept deposits after its regulator says it is insolvent when that would put a customer over federal insurance limits. Banks cannot pay or reimburse other people’s fines or judgments, except in narrow lawful cases. Publishing false, malicious statements meant to injure an Oklahoma bank or credit union is a felony. People with certain convictions cannot serve in top state banking‑department roles. These steps protect depositors and financial stability.

Tougher crimes for bank insider fraud

Bank insiders face felonies for giving illegal preferences, taking secret gifts, or holding unauthorized interests in loans. People convicted of dishonest crimes cannot serve as bank officers or directors. Hiding transactions, keeping improper accounts, making false entries, or obstructing exams are felonies. Embezzling or misapplying bank funds is also a felony. These rules protect depositors and keep records honest.

DUI convictions: treatment, monitoring, and fees

If an evaluation recommends a 10‑hour or 24‑hour alcohol and drug course or treatment, the court orders you to complete it. Your driver license is not reinstated until you fully comply. A felony DUI requires electronic monitoring. If offered locally, the court can require a victim impact panel and a $75 fee if you can pay. The court also adds a $100 assessment that goes to the Drug Abuse Education and Treatment Fund.

DUI fine doubles with child in car

If you are 18 or older and are convicted of DUI while a child under 18 is in the car, your DUI fine is doubled. This increase is in addition to other DUI penalties.

Gun license revoked after felony gun crimes

If you are licensed under the Self‑Defense Act and are convicted of certain felony gun crimes, your handgun license is revoked. After a hearing, OSBI can also assess a $1,000 administrative fine.

Property tax inspection: appeal limits

If you refuse a proper property inspection or a tax subpoena, you cannot contest the assessment at the board of equalization. You still can appeal the board’s order to district court or the Court of Tax Review.

Penalties for funeral, insurance violations

Breaking the listed funeral and insurance rules can cost your license. The Funeral Board may revoke or deny a license. The Insurance Commissioner may censure, suspend, or revoke a license and fine $100 to $1,000.

Manslaughter for deadly boiler orders

If an employer orders a worker into a steam‑pressured boiler, firebox, or smoke chamber and the worker dies, the employer is guilty of second‑degree manslaughter. This is a Class D1 felony and carries prison penalties.

Debarment for repeat MBE violations

A contractor, subcontractor, supplier, or affiliate with a second violation of the Minority Business Enterprise law within three years is barred from state projects. They cannot bid on state work or serve as a subcontractor or supplier.

Explosives permits, training, and penalties

Companies with explosives permits must train staff on the rules and are responsible for employee violations. Breaking explosives rules is a felony. Penalties rise if intent is to harm or intimidate, or if someone is injured or killed—up to 20 years or life in the worst cases.

Felony for false farm product grading

Selling or advertising farm products with words that suggest official grades or sizes—when the product was not officially graded—is a felony. Farmers and sellers face prison exposure for false grading claims.

Fireworks business license fees and checks

Fireworks licenses cost $1,000 per year for manufacturers and distributors, $500 for wholesalers, and $10 for retail. Manufacturer licenses require a State Fire Marshal inspection and proof of workers’ comp coverage. Retail licenses are sold by licensed wholesalers, manufacturers, or distributors.

Harsher penalties for alcohol businesses

Operating a still or acting as a distiller without a valid license is a Class D3 felony and carries a $2,500–$5,000 fine, prison, or both. Filing a false alcohol‑tax return or willfully evading that tax is a Class D3 felony with a $2,500–$5,000 fine, prison, or both. A second unlicensed act that needs an Alcoholic Beverage Control Act license is a Class D3 felony with up to a $2,500 fine, prison, or both. Selling or giving alcohol to someone under 21 or to an intoxicated or incapable person becomes a Class D3 felony on a second conviction, with a $2,500–$5,000 fine and possible prison. The ABLE Commission must revoke the seller’s license after those repeat convictions.

Liability for negligent pseudoephedrine sales

Stores and suppliers who negligently sell pseudoephedrine knowing it may be used to make meth can be sued by the state. They can be held liable for detection, cleanup, prosecution costs, and punitive damages. Only the Attorney General, OSBNDD, or a district attorney can file these cases.

Tougher rules for small dealers and retailers

The law raises penalties for several retail and dealer activities. Running a livestock auction market without the required bond or eligible account is a Class D3 felony. Scrap-metal violations now carry tougher penalties: a third conviction is a Class D3 felony with fines up to $10,000; knowingly giving false required info is a Class D3 felony with a $5,000 fine; a second conviction for buying or selling burnt copper is a Class D3 felony with a $5,000 fine. Fireworks retailers must sign a truthful license affidavit; knowingly lying is perjury, a Class D3 felony. Pari‑mutuel licensees cannot let minors be wagering patrons (misdemeanor). Traders cannot sell tobacco to people under 18. The act does not give dealers immunity from other criminal prosecution.

Felonies for incest and ‘crime against nature’

Intermarrying within banned family degrees or committing adultery or fornication with each other is a felony with up to 10 years in prison. People sentenced to 2 years or more (not life) must serve post‑prison supervision. The crime against nature is also a felony with up to 10 years in prison. Sentences of 2 years or more require post‑prison supervision.

Sex offender safety zones and limits

The law creates 500‑foot safety zones around schools, licensed child‑care centers, playgrounds, and parks. People who must register as sex offenders cannot loiter in these zones. Habitual or aggravated offenders cannot enter parks. Offenders also cannot loiter within 1,000 feet of a victim’s home. Narrow exceptions apply for custodial parents with notice, for medical treatment (not counseling), and for religious services with prior written permission.

State can sue for unpaid fines

If an administrative penalty is final and not paid, the state can sue to collect it plus interest from the date of the order or judgment. In that lawsuit, the penalty’s validity and amount are not re‑argued.

Tighter abortion limits and new felonies

Only Oklahoma‑licensed physicians who are board‑certified in obstetrics and gynecology may perform abortions. Abortions after the first trimester must be done in a general hospital. Self‑induced abortions outside a physician’s supervision are felonies. Performing a dismemberment abortion is a felony unless needed to prevent a serious health risk to the mother. Violations of pain‑awareness and pain‑capable laws are felonies; the woman cannot be penalized under the pain‑capable law. Using false records to get an abortion for a minor or performing one on an unemancipated minor without required consent is a felony.

Tougher domestic abuse penalties and treatment

The law raises penalties when abuse happens in a child’s presence. A first conviction can mean 6–12 months in county jail or up to a $5,000 fine. A later conviction is a felony with 1–5 years or up to a $7,000 fine. Courts must order a 52‑week certified batterer program with a 120‑day review, and can make defendants pay program costs. Strangling an intimate partner is a felony with 1–10 years or up to a $20,000 fine.

Tougher meth controls and purchase bans

Possessing certain cold‑medicine chemicals to make meth is a felony. Over 7.2 grams creates a legal presumption of illegal intent. Selling those chemicals while knowing they will be used to make meth is a felony. People on the meth‑offender registry (convicted since Nov 1, 2010) cannot buy or possess pseudoephedrine; breaking this rule carries 2 to 10 years in prison and up to a $5,000 fine. The state keeps a registry, sends stop‑sale alerts to pharmacies, and removes names 10 years after the last judgment (or after a certified deferred‑sentence dismissal). Helping a registrant buy pseudoephedrine is a crime; a first offense can mean up to 1 year in jail or a $1,000 fine, and later offenses are felonies with higher penalties.

Tougher penalties for prostitution crimes

The law raises penalties for prostitution crimes. Basic offenses carry 30 days to 1 year in county jail, with fines up to $2,500 for a first conviction, $5,000 for a second, and $7,500 for a third or later. Doing it within 1,000 feet of a school or church is a felony and can also bring 40–80 hours of community service and notice to county public health. Child prostitution is a felony with up to 10 years in prison and fines up to $15,000 on repeat cases. Prostitution while knowing you have HIV, and a listed paragraph 4 offense, are felonies with prison under state sentencing rules.

Harsher penalties for counterfeit goods

Large or repeat counterfeit sales are felonies. Making counterfeit goods to sell is also a felony and can bring fines up to three times retail value. Possessing 26 or more counterfeit items presumes intent to sell. Police can seize and forfeit counterfeit items and related property. Item counts and values add up across making, selling, advertising, and possession when setting penalties.

Courts must order victim restitution

Courts must order convicted persons to pay victims and insurers for losses like repair, replacement, and reduced value. The court can deny restitution only in rare cases and must explain why in writing.

Tougher SNAP fraud and store rules

The law bans getting or using SNAP by lies, fake transfers, or hiding facts, and defines trafficking like selling benefits or trading for drugs or guns. Penalties depend on value: $500 or less is a misdemeanor; over $500 is a felony. For trafficking, $100 or less is a misdemeanor; over $100 is a felony with up to a $5,000 fine or prison. Stores that allow prohibited purchases with SNAP can be disqualified from the program.

Contractors can file liens despite trust funds

The law says a trust fund does not block a lien. Contractors and suppliers can still file and enforce a lien on the property. The person holding the trust fund must still use the money as the law requires. Owners may still face liens even when funds exist.

Sales tax permits: close, expire, verify

When you stop a business, you must return your sales tax permit and pay any taxes due, or you can be denied a new permit. Permits expire after 3 years. No sales for 12 months lets the Tax Commission suspend or revoke after 20 days’ notice and a hearing; being 3 months delinquent allows agents to remove the permit until you file and pay. Some Group Two businesses do not need a permit, and Group Five vendors receive a limited permit. Vendors can subscribe to permit‑check data for up to $150 per year.

New sales tax permit rules for vendors

Group One and Group Three vendors must hold a sales tax permit, which costs $20 and lasts three years. The Tax Commission may issue a six‑month probationary permit that renews for 30 months unless refused in writing. Group Three vendors can be required to post a bond, and the Commission may deny permits to risky vendor groups. Selling without a required permit can mean a fine up to $1,000 for a first offense; later offenses are Class D3 felonies with fines up to $5,000 and possible jail. If the state joins the Streamlined Agreement’s online system, vendors with no legal duty to register do not pay a registration fee.

Expanded background checks and Rap Back

OSBI can run and receive national criminal history checks when federal law allows and release results only to authorized entities. Agencies that already do national checks can join the FBI’s Rap Back through OSBI. OSBI can submit and keep fingerprints and collect Rap Back fees from agencies to send to the FBI.

Medical records allowed at prelim hearings

If the Attorney General follows discovery rules, medical records and opinions can be used at the preliminary hearing without the doctor appearing. A judge can still require the medical professional to appear if key evidence is missing from the records.

Tough pipeline fines and felonies

Breaking pipeline safety rules can bring up to $200,000 per day in administrative fines, capped at $2 million for related violations. The commission sets penalties after a hearing, and money goes to the Pipeline Enforcement Fund. Willfully damaging a hazardous‑liquid pipeline system is a felony with 5 to 15 years in prison and up to a $25,000 fine.

Stricter meat safety and sales rules

Businesses like meat brokers, renderers, and animal‑food makers must register when the Board’s rules require it. Selling horsemeat for people to eat is a felony. Bribing inspectors is a felony, with fines from $1,000 to $10,000 for inspectors and $5,000 to $10,000 for bribers. Non‑food carcasses must be denatured or clearly marked. Fraud or distribution of adulterated meat is a felony and can bring up to a $10,000 fine and jail. These penalties protect the food supply.

Stronger rules on sexual images online

Law enforcement can ask internet providers to remove child sexual abuse material. If a provider does not act, the Attorney General can get a court order, even ex parte, and the provider can later ask for a hearing if removal is too costly or not feasible. Sharing someone’s private sexual image without consent is a misdemeanor with up to 1 year in jail and a $1,000 fine; it becomes a felony for profit‑seeking, repeat offenses, or three or more images in six months, and repeat offenders must register as sex offenders. Courts can order images removed when possible. Providers that intentionally ignore removal rules face rising penalties: $1,000 for the first time, $5,000 the second, and up to $30,000 and 5 years in prison for the third or later.

Tougher poultry processing and labels

Selling poultry with false or misleading labels is a felony. Serious acts like selling adulterated or misbranded poultry, or misusing inspection marks, are felonies. Processors that sell only inside Oklahoma must follow the law when food can be used by people. Violations can bring jail. These rules raise penalties for violators and protect shoppers.

Turnpike land, access, and operations rules

The Authority can buy or condemn land for turnpikes and must restore damaged public property. It controls entry and exit points and must fund connector roads; it must also install automatic tollgates near Adair on the Will Rogers Turnpike. Paving must follow AASHTO‑based standards. The Authority may contract with other states or the federal government and let the federal government use turnpikes during a national emergency if operating costs, interest, and required reserves are covered. Carriers already serving nearby roads can operate on a new turnpike to the same towns. These steps improve safety and operations but may limit local access and affect nearby properties.

State rail asset sales require bids

Before the state can sell railroad assets, it must run a formal bid process and give at least 90 days for responses. The Commerce Department studies the economic impact, and leaders in the Legislature get advance notice. All sale money goes into the Railroad Maintenance Revolving Fund.

Tighter rules for corporate takeovers

Take‑over offers must have an effective registration statement. Fraud, deception, or manipulation in take‑over offers is a felony. Each violation can bring a felony charge and up to a $25,000 fine, with a two‑year limit to bring charges. These steps add costs for violators and aim to protect investors during takeovers.

New turnpike bidding and local hiring

Turnpike jobs must use at least 90% Oklahoma resident labor. The Authority awards construction work to the lowest responsible bidder and splits jobs into paving, bridge, and earthwork contracts. Long projects must allow bids on shorter sections. The Authority may hire engineers, lawyers, and other experts, paying them from turnpike revenues or bonds, and it cannot pay special or extra legal fees.

No prosecution fees for crime victims

Victims of domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault do not pay fees tied to the prosecution of those crimes. The law removes these costs for victims.

Protecting your advance directives

Hiding, destroying, forging, or forcing someone to sign or revoke an advance directive is a felony. Coercing or tricking someone about a mental‑health advance directive is also a felony. These rules protect a person’s end‑of‑life and mental‑health choices.

Stronger penalties for farm equipment theft

Taking or using farm equipment without the owner’s consent is a felony. Receiving, hiding, selling, or disposing of farm equipment while knowing it is stolen is also a felony. These changes protect farmers and rural property.

Stronger protections for service animals

Harming a service animal during another crime is a felony. Penalty can be up to 2 years in prison, up to a $1,000 fine, or both. If your animal injures or interferes with a service animal, you commit a misdemeanor. The court must order you to repay the service‑animal owner for real costs, including replacement and retraining.

Immunity for reporting insurance fraud

If you report suspected workers’ comp or insurance fraud in good faith, you are immune from civil and criminal liability. This also protects people who let investigators see records. Courts start with a presumption that the report was made in good faith.

Mandatory restitution for false‑pretense crimes

Courts must order anyone convicted under the false‑pretense statute to pay restitution to the victim. This helps victims get paid back through the court.

No city fees for service animals

Cities and local governments cannot charge a registration or license fee for a service animal that helps a person with a disability. This keeps these local fees at zero.

Stronger refunds for illegal pawn deals

If a pawnshop lacks a required license, the pawn deal is void. You do not owe the financed amount or finance charges. The pawnbroker must return what you paid and your pledged goods. If the shop failed to give required disclosures, you can get twice the finance charge or $100, whichever is higher, plus costs and attorney fees.

DHS client privacy and helper access

The Department of Human Services keeps your program applications and records confidential. Only DHS, people DHS authorizes, and lawful requests can see them. You can name an authorized representative to see your records when needed for eligibility or an appeal.

Stronger privacy for disability records

Anyone allowed to view a service recipient’s home record for developmental disabilities must sign a form. The form confirms they understand criminal penalties for misusing confidential data, including identity theft.

One fee for multiple fireworks jobs

If you hold more than one fireworks license type, you pay one annual fee, equal to the single highest fee among them. This lowers duplicate licensing costs for multi‑activity operators.

Stealing trade secrets now counts higher

Stealing, embezzling, or copying items that represent trade secrets is larceny. The value used to set the charge is the trade secret’s value, not the item’s value. This gives businesses clearer protection for their intellectual property.

Buying unlawfully removed bodies felony

Buying or receiving a body you know was removed illegally, for something other than burial, is a felony. A conviction can bring prison or up to a $500 fine.

Crackdown on child trafficking and illicit adoptions

Child sex trafficking crimes carry 1 to 10 years in prison. Using threats, violence, schemes, or drugs to force a child into trafficking brings 1 to 25 years and a $5,000 to $25,000 fine. Pandering carries 2 to 20 years and rising fines for repeat crimes; detaining someone in a house of prostitution carries 2 to 20 years and fines. Paying for or arranging improper child transfers (trafficking‑in‑children) can bring up to 10 years or $10,000 per count; some violations by prospective adoptive parents are misdemeanors with up to $5,000 in fines. Publishing certain illegal adoption ads is a misdemeanor with up to $5,000 in fines. In trafficking cases, consent is not a defense, and not knowing a victim’s age is not a defense when the victim is a minor.

Crackdown on jail payoffs and inmate labor

Jail staff may not take money from anyone but the sheriff or jail administrator to give goods or services to inmates. If the payment is under $500, it is a misdemeanor with up to six months in jail or a fine up to $1,000. If $500 or more, it is a felony with prison and up to a $5,000 fine. Willfully using prisoner labor on private property for non‑public purposes is also a felony.

Crackdown on oil, gas, and minerals fraud

Threatening or attacking proration officials with a firearm is a felony. Bribing proration officials, or conspiring to break proration orders or file false oil and gas reports, is also a felony and can bring fines up to $5,000 and prison. Stealing gas is felony grand larceny. Prospecting or removing state‑owned minerals without a permit or lease is a felony, with fines from $50 up to $50,000 and possible prison.

Crackdown on sports bribery and gambling

Bribing players, officials, or others to influence an athletic contest is a felony, with jail or a fine up to $3,000. Installing or allowing communications systems to run commercial gambling is a felony, with prison exposure or a fine up to $25,000.

Crackdown on terror financing and sabotage

The law targets money and support for terrorism. Moving money tied to terrorism is a Class B4 felony with 2 to 10 years in prison and a fine up to the greater of $50,000 or twice the transaction. Using money transfer services to help terrorism carries the same penalties. Damaging or tampering with property to hinder defense is a Class B4 felony with up to 10 years and up to a $10,000 fine, and at least 1 year if done to hinder defense. Advocating criminal syndicalism or sabotage is a Class B4 felony with up to 10 years and a $5,000 fine.

Do not hide sex offenders

It is a crime to hide or help a sex offender who is not following registration rules. A conviction can mean at least a $500 fine, up to 1 year in county jail, or both. This aims to keep communities safe.

Domestic violence rules and definitions

The law defines when an act is done in the presence of a child. Judges are immune from liability for ordering certified abuser treatment and related counseling. Prosecutors must give the court any relevant convictions from the last 10 years before pleas or sentencing. A guilty plea or finding counts as a prior conviction for 10 years after sentence or probation ends. The law also defines “great bodily injury” for a listed subsection.

Drug fraud and dirty money penalties

Getting controlled drugs by fraud, false names, or hiding recent prescriptions is a Class C2 felony. A first conviction can include a fine up to $10,000; later convictions can bring up to $20,000 and are not eligible for suspended or deferred sentences or probation. Handling money known to come from drug crimes is a Class C2 felony with fines up to $50,000.

Drug label tampering and sales to minors

Only a pharmacist filling a prescription can change or remove a label on a controlled‑substance bottle. Anyone else who alters or removes a label commits a felony. Selling or giving drug paraphernalia to someone under 18 is also a felony.

Felonies for animal cruelty and fighting

Cruelty to animals is a Class B5 felony with up to 5 years in prison, up to 1 year in county jail, or up to a $5,000 fine, or both. Cockfighting is a Class B5 felony with 1 to 10 years and a $2,000 to $25,000 fine; some lesser related acts remain misdemeanors with up to 1 year or up to a $500 fine. Dogfighting is a Class B5 felony with 1 to 10 years and a $2,000 to $25,000 fine; some related offenses stay misdemeanors.

Felonies for chop shops and ID tampering

Owning or running a chop shop is a felony. Altering hull or serial numbers is a felony, and buying or holding parts with altered IDs is also a felony. Some exceptions apply for scrap processors and owners when law enforcement knows the identification numbers.

Felonies for deadly or officer‑targeted dog attacks

If a dangerous dog kills a person because the owner allowed the attack, the owner commits a felony. Fines can reach $25,000 and prison is possible. Releasing a dog on an on‑duty law officer is a felony with fines up to $5,000. These rules protect the public and first responders.

Felonies for illegal hazardous waste handling

Moving hazardous waste without a manifest is a felony. Running waste operations without required permits or falsifying waste records is a felony. Dumping hazardous waste without a permit is a felony. Having over 1 pound of mercury without proof of ownership is a felony, with up to a $500 fine or prison.

Felonies for soliciting or helping offenders

Asking, helping, or hiding someone to commit listed crimes is a felony. Solicitation can bring a fine up to $10,000. Aiding and abetting or being an accessory after the fact can bring a fine up to $5,000. Courts may also impose the prison terms allowed for those offenses.

Felonies for unlawful telecom devices

Selling unlawful telecommunication devices or materials, knowing they will be used to make such devices, is a felony. Making an unlawful telecommunication device is a felony. Making five or more unlawful devices within six months is a higher felony with tougher punishment.

Felonies for weapon misuse and riot training

Carrying a deadly weapon with the intent to unlawfully injure is a felony with prison or up to a $5,000 fine. A licensed handgun holder convicted under this rule loses the license and owes a $1,000 administrative fine. Teaching others to use weapons to further a riot or civil disorder is also a felony.

Felonies for witness tampering

Stopping or trying to stop a subpoenaed witness, mandatory reporter, or listed witness from testifying is a felony. Threatening, harming, or harassing someone for their testimony or for making a required abuse report is also a felony.

Felony child endangerment, including DUI with kids

Certain child endangerment acts are felonies. These include permitting physical or sexual abuse, letting a child be where illegal drugs are made, letting a child ride with an impaired driver, or driving impaired with a child onboard. Penalties are up to 4 years in prison, up to a $5,000 fine, or both.

Felony for abusing people in facilities

Facility staff who maliciously assault, batter, abuse, or use mechanical restraints on a confined resident commit a felony. A conviction can bring prison, a fine up to $500, or both. This protects residents in places like nursing homes and hospitals.

Felony for altered boat motor IDs

Having or dealing in outboard motors with removed or fake serial numbers is a felony. Making or selling counterfeit serial plates or decals is also a felony. These rules fight theft and fraud in marine equipment.

Felony for bribing executive officers

Giving or offering a bribe to an executive officer to influence official action is a felony. Fines can reach $5,000 and prison is possible. This helps keep public decisions honest.

Felony for faking top military honors

Beginning January 1, 2026, aggravated impersonation involving the Medal of Honor, or using falsified service or medal documents, is a felony. A conviction can bring a fine up to $5,000 and prison. This protects the honor of military service.

Felony for fortifying drug houses

Strengthening an entry to a place where a drug felony is happening is a felony. A conviction can bring prison or a fine up to $10,000.

Felony for harmful unlicensed medical care

Medical battery by an unlicensed provider that causes permanent injury is a Class B6 felony. The penalty is up to 1 year in county jail or up to 4 years in prison, and up to a $5,000 fine. Courts must order restitution to the victim. This applies when the patient consented believing the provider was licensed.

Felony for hiding hazardous waste

Unlawfully concealing hazardous waste is a Class B4 felony. A conviction carries 2 to 10 years in prison and up to a $100,000 fine. This protects the public and first responders from hidden dangers.

Felony for hiding stray livestock

Taking or hiding a stray domestic animal or ignoring the estray rules is felony larceny. A conviction can bring prison. The law protects animal owners and deters theft or concealment.

Felony for intentional disease spread

Intentionally or recklessly spreading smallpox, syphilis, or gonorrhea is a felony with prison penalties.

Felony for misusing Land Office property

Using, damaging, cutting timber, removing items of value, or holding state Land Office property without written permission is illegal. Offenders face civil action and a felony with possible prison. This protects state lands and resources.

Felony for resisting during insurrection

Resisting government actions during a declared insurrection is a felony. It covers aiding escapes, resisting court process, or resisting forces sent to restore order. A conviction carries at least 2 years in prison.

Felony levels set for damaging documents

Maliciously damaging someone else’s written instruments becomes a felony based on value. $15,000 or more is the highest felony level. $2,500 to $14,999.99 and $1,000 to $2,499.99 are lower felony levels. This ties penalties to the dollar value of the loss.

Felony penalties for criminal attempts

Attempting, soliciting, or preparing to commit the listed crimes is a felony. The punishment is half of the sentence for the completed crime.

Felony penalties for election duty violations

Denying an appointed challenger or watcher the right to be present during ballot receipt and counting is a felony. Election officers who knowingly refuse to do their duties also face felony charges. These rules protect election observers and ballot handling.

Felony penalties for falsifying company books

Knowingly giving false corporate documents to public officials, or destroying or falsifying company records to defraud, is a Class C2 felony. Courts can impose felony prison penalties and fines. These rules target corporate officers, agents, and clerks who commit record fraud.

Felony to help a prisoner escape

Helping a prisoner escape, or bringing or sending items to aid an escape, is a felony. If the prisoner is held on a felony, the helper faces a Class C1 felony with penalties set in law. If not, the helper faces a Class D3 felony under law or a fine.

Female genital mutilation is a felony

Performing female genital mutilation is a felony punishable by 3 years to life and up to a $20,000 fine. Consent by a minor or parent is not a defense. Medical professionals who do it lose their licenses permanently.

Harsher penalties for aggravated and masked assaults

Aggravated assault and battery, and assault with intent to kill or commit a felony, are Class B5 felonies with up to 5 years in prison, up to 1 year in county jail, and up to a $500 fine. Masked entry with intent to harm is a Class B5 felony with 1 to 5 years; masked assault with a dangerous weapon carries 5 to 20 years. Gang‑related offenses add 5 years on top of any other sentence. Intentional HIV transmission is a Class B5 felony with up to 5 years. Sexual‑assault cases with prison terms of 2 years or more require post‑imprisonment supervision unless the sentence is life.

Harsher penalties for aggravated and repeat stalking

Aggravated stalking is a felony when a protective order is in effect with actual notice, during probation or parole, or within 10 years after a violent crime against the same victim or family. It can bring up to 15 years and a $20,000 fine. A second stalking within 10 years after a prior sentence can bring up to 20 years and a $25,000 fine. Some repeat stalking within 10 years can bring up to 25 years and a $30,000 fine.

Harsher penalties for arson, blocking firefighters

The law makes burning or damaging public buildings a felony with up to 25 years in prison. Third‑degree arson is a felony, and arson to defraud an insurer can bring up to 15 years and a $10,000 fine. Interfering with firefighters on duty is a felony, punishable by 2 to 10 years in prison.

Harsher penalties for drunk or unauthorized flying

A second aircraft operating‑under‑the‑influence conviction within 10 years is a felony and can include a fine up to $2,500. A first offense is a misdemeanor. A blood or breath alcohol level of 0.04 or more within two hours of arrest qualifies. Courts can require treatment and payment for it if the person can pay. Taking or flying an aircraft without the owner’s consent to deprive the owner is also a felony.

Harsher penalties for explosives and sabotage

The law makes willful acts with explosive or incendiary devices a felony. This includes placing, making, selling, or threatening to use such devices, and detonations that risk life or property. Maliciously damaging piles that hold up banks or dams is a felony and can bring up to a $500 fine. Sabotaging unthreshed grain, seed, unginned cotton, or the machines that process them with harmful objects or fire/explosives is also a felony.

Harsher penalties for farm and livestock theft

Receiving or hiding stolen construction or farm equipment is a Class C2 felony no matter the value. Courts can fine up to three times the value, capped at $500,000, and order restitution. Stealing horses, mules, cows, hogs, or farm implements is a Class C2 felony with 3 to 10 years in prison or up to triple-value fines. Stealing a dog, sheep, or goat is a Class D3 felony. Stealing commercially raised exotic livestock is a Class C2 felony with up to 10 years or a fine up to $20,000.

Harsher penalties for harboring undocumented people

Transporting, hiding, or sheltering a person who entered or stayed in the U.S. in violation of law is a felony. Destroying or hiding their documents is also covered. A conviction brings at least 1 year in prison, a fine of at least $1,000, or both.

Harsher penalties for helping prisoner escapes

Helping a prisoner escape is a felony if the prisoner is held for a felony, with at least 10 years in prison. If the person is not held for a felony, it is a misdemeanor with up to 1 year in jail and up to a $500 fine. Officers and their staff who willfully allow an escape or accept a gratuity to permit an escape commit a felony.

Harsher penalties for obscenity and luring minors

Creating, selling, or knowingly downloading obscene or child sexual material is a felony. A conviction can bring a $500 to $20,000 fine, 30 days to 10 years in prison, or both. Willfully soliciting a minor for sexual acts, or using obscene material to induce a child, is a felony with 10 to 30 years in prison, and at least 25 years if the child is under 12. People convicted under the lewd‑acts section cannot receive a deferred sentence.

Harsher penalties for riots and emergencies

Inciting a riot is a Class B4 felony with up to 10 years in prison and up to a $10,000 fine. Joining a riot during a declared emergency is a Class B4 felony with 2 to 10 years. Malicious property damage or injury during an emergency is also a Class B4 felony with 2 to 10 years. Assembling with four or more people for riot conduct, or staying after orders to leave, is a Class B5 felony with up to 5 years or a $5,000 fine. Refusing to leave by itself under a specific subsection is a misdemeanor.

Harsher penalties for serious traffic crimes

Tampering with a traffic or railroad signal that causes injury or death is a felony. A conviction can mean prison and a fine up to $1,000. The law also treats certain Vehicle Code crimes as Class D1 felonies, with fines from $500 to $5,000 and possible prison.

Helping or encouraging suicide is a felony

Advising, encouraging, or helping someone take their own life is a felony. Punishment includes prison time, and in some cases at least 7 years. Giving a weapon or poison knowing it will be used for this purpose is also covered.

Higher penalties for crime patterns

A pattern of criminal offenses is a felony. A conviction can bring prison and up to a $25,000 fine.

Higher penalties for misusing public funds

A county official who issues a false voucher faces a felony, a $100 to $1,000 fine, and must pay double the wrong amount from their bond. Violating certain listed rules also carries a felony and a $1,000 to $5,000 fine. These penalties protect public money.

Higher penalties for repeat hate crimes

A first hate‑crime conviction is a misdemeanor with up to a $1,000 fine or up to 1 year in jail. A second or later conviction is a felony with up to 10 years and up to a $10,000 fine.

Higher penalties when crimes endanger life

If a listed offense endangers human life, it is a felony with possible fines up to $10,000. If someone is injured, the crime becomes more serious with a minimum prison term of 7 years. Another related offense is a felony with fines up to $10,000; if it causes personal injury, it becomes punishable by at least 7 years or by life in prison.

Honesty rules for public officials

Public officers and employees face Class C2 felonies for knowingly lying under oath or in sworn filings to the Commission. They also face removal for bribery or for advocating or joining groups that push to overthrow the government by unlawful means. Convictions bring felony penalties and loss of the job.

Jail contraband and inmate possession penalties

Bringing or having contraband in a jail is a felony, punishable by 1 to 5 years and/or a $100 to $1,000 fine. DOC employees with a handgun license can keep a firearm locked in a vehicle if they notify annually and secure it. Inmates found with banned items commit a felony, and certain repeat felons face at least 20 years.

Jury secrecy and compounding crimes

Recording or watching jurors while they deliberate or vote is a felony with prison and up to a $1,000 fine. Helping hide or settle a minor crime keeps lower penalties. Compounding more serious crimes is a felony with state prison terms.

Kidnapping penalties clarified, up to 20 years

Kidnapping—seizing or taking someone to confine, send out of state, or sell or hold to service—is a felony. A conviction can bring up to 20 years in prison. Victim consent is generally not a defense except in narrow cases set by law.

Livestock theft registry and game‑warden lighting

The state keeps a Livestock Offender Registry for people convicted of stealing livestock or farm equipment. Counties must send judgments so offenders are listed. Game wardens can operate certain vehicles or boats without lights in the dark during official work to make arrests or check likely violations. The roadway lighting exemption does not apply on major highways or inside cities.

Many offenses now Class D1 felonies

The law reclassifies many listed crimes as Class D1 felonies. Sentences now use standard state prison terms set in the statute instead of varied terms.

No forced entry by bail enforcers

Bail enforcers cannot break into homes by force. Doing so is first‑degree burglary, a felony. A licensed bail enforcer may only enter during an active felony‑recovery attempt with clear, direct knowledge the defendant is inside and refuses to surrender. People in the home can defend themselves and may sue for property damage.

Owners liable for prostitution on property

Owners or managers who knowingly allow prostitution activity on their property face penalties. A first offense brings 6 to 12 months in county jail and up to a $300 fine. Later offenses are felonies with 1 to 10 years in prison.

Penalties for second-degree manslaughter

Second‑degree manslaughter is a Class B5 felony. The penalty is 2 to 4 years in the State Penitentiary, or up to 1 year in county jail, or up to a $1,000 fine, or both. An owner who willfully lets a mischievous animal run loose that kills a person can be guilty of this crime.

Perjury in commission proceedings is felony

Lying under oath in hearings or investigations before state commissions is a felony. A conviction can bring prison time. This rule aims to keep testimony honest in official proceedings.

Protection for vulnerable adults and caregivers' duties

Abuse, sexual abuse, or exploitation of a vulnerable adult is a felony with up to 2 years and a fine up to $10,000. Purposeful, knowing, or reckless neglect by a caregiver is a felony, with fines up to $10,000 and prison as allowed by law.

Repeat domestic abuse is a felony

Domestic abuse becomes a felony if there is a prior pattern of physical abuse. A pattern means two or more separate incidents on different days, proved by a third‑party witness or other direct evidence. A conviction can mean up to 10 years in prison and up to a $5,000 fine.

Retail theft penalties and value aggregation

Shoplifting penalties now scale with value and repeat offenses. Under $1,000 can mean up to 30 days in jail for a first or second case, and up to 1 year for a third. $1,000 to under $2,500 is a Class D3 felony; $2,500 to under $15,000 is Class D1; $15,000 or more is Class C2. Three or more thefts within 180 days can be added together for charges, and people acting together are liable for the total. Courts can order restitution.

Sex offenders barred from ice cream trucks

A registered sex offender who sells from an ice cream truck commits a felony. A conviction can bring prison and a fine up to $1,000. Police can arrest without a warrant if they have probable cause of a violation.

Statewide hate‑crime reporting required

OSBI sets a standard system to report hate crimes. All law‑enforcement agencies must send monthly reports with the number and type of cases and other details OSBI requires.

Stiffer penalties for oil and gas theft

Tampering with oil or gas pipelines or tanks to steal product is a Class C2 felony. Courts can order forfeiture of tools used, a $100 to $50,000 fine, and 1 to 10 years in prison. Stealing oil, gasoline, or drilling gear worth $1,000 or more is also a Class C2 felony with similar fines, forfeiture, and prison.

Stricter penalties for sex-offender housing violations

Willfully living within a banned distance of child‑focused places, or in a home with a minor, is a felony. A first willful violation carries 1 to 3 years in prison and up to a $3,000 fine. A later willful violation is a more serious felony with at least 3 years in prison possible.

Stronger penalties for attacks on officers and police animals

Assaulting an officer on duty is a misdemeanor for simple assault (up to 6 months or $500), but battery or assault and battery is a Class B5 felony with up to 5 years or up to 1 year in county jail and up to a $500 fine. Mistreating or interfering with a police dog or horse is a felony, and restitution to the agency is required; if done while committing another crime, penalties increase. Killing or torturing a police animal is a misdemeanor with up to $1,000 or 1 year and restitution; if done during another crime, it becomes a Class B5 felony with up to 5 years and a fine up to $1,000, plus restitution. Inmates who assault corrections, DHS, or OJA staff commit felonies; OJA battery with bodily injury is a Class B5 felony and can carry fines of $500 to $5,000 even without jail.

Stronger penalties for burglary and car parts

Breaking into an unoccupied home or business to steal is a felony. Breaking into or tampering with a vehicle to steal is also a felony. Parts like tires, wheels, and catalytic converters count as property attached to the vehicle. Stealing from a person at night is a felony, too. These rules aim to cut theft and protect owners.

Stronger penalties for dangerous gun conduct

Pointing a gun at someone without lawful cause is a Class B4 felony with 1 to 10 years in prison. Making or selling restricted bullets (outside public‑safety or national‑security needs) is a Class B4 felony, with fines from $500 to $10,000 and up to 10 years in prison. For the listed weapons offense in law, any 2 to 10 year prison term cannot be suspended.

Stronger penalties for drug manufacturing

Knowingly supplying precursor chemicals to make illegal drugs is a felony with up to 10 years; repeat cases can bring fines up to $25,000 and cannot run concurrent with other drug sentences. The law also bans growing plants that can be turned into Schedule I or II drugs and requires destroying them. Violations can bring up to 10 years and up to a $50,000 fine. Converting marijuana into hashish is a felony unless allowed by law.

Stronger penalties for fraud with public money

Knowingly cashing state checks without required endorsements is a felony and can bring a $100 to $1,000 fine and civil damages of double the loss. Falsifying retirement‑system records to defraud the system is a felony. Public officers who misuse or falsify public‑money accounts face a felony, up to 1 to 20 years in prison, fines, loss of office, and forfeiture.

Stronger penalties for hazardous waste crimes

Hiding or misrepresenting hazardous waste in ways that risk people’s health is a felony. Unlawful hazardous waste transport, disposal, or misrepresentation can bring fines up to $25,000 and prison as allowed by law. Unlawful hazardous waste management can bring fines up to $50,000. Unlawful management or misrepresentation of non‑hazardous waste is a misdemeanor with fines up to $10,000 and $5,000, respectively.

Stronger penalties for registry violations

A person who must register as a violent offender and breaks those rules commits a felony. Penalties include prison or a fine up to $5,000. The change strengthens public‑safety enforcement.

Stronger penalties for sexual assault and child crimes

Lewd or indecent acts against a child under 16 carry 3 to 20 years in prison, with at least 25 years if the child is under 12. Forcible sodomy is a felony with up to 20 years. A second conviction with a victim under 16 blocks probation or suspended sentences; certain third convictions can mean life or life without parole. The law lists more situations that count as forcible sodomy, including acts on minors, people who cannot consent, acts by custodial or school staff, and acts done by force or drugging. Second‑degree rape is a felony with 1 to 15 years.

Stronger penalties for theft and forgery

Penalties for keeping lost property, grand larceny, and receiving stolen goods now depend on value: under $1,000 is a misdemeanor; $1,000 to under $2,500 is a Class D3 felony; $2,500 to under $15,000 is Class D1; $15,000 or more is Class C2. Theft inside a home or vessel is a Class C2 felony. Forgery of financial instruments is punished by the same value tiers.

Stronger penalties for unlicensed osteopathy

The law makes it a felony to practice osteopathic medicine without a proper license or by fraud. It also treats a willfully false oath under the Osteopathic Medicine Act as perjury. Fines can range from $1,000 to $10,000, and prison is possible. Each day of illegal practice can be charged separately.

Stronger penalties for violent personal crimes

Assaults or batteries with a dangerous weapon are felonies with up to 10 years in prison (or up to 1 year in county jail). Second‑degree robbery is a felony with up to 10 years. Knowingly desecrating a human corpse is a felony with up to 7 years and up to an $8,000 fine. Lawful state or licensed procedures are not punished.

Stronger rules for hazardous chemicals and pipelines

Tampering with anhydrous ammonia equipment is a felony and can bring up to a $5,000 fine. Stealing any amount of anhydrous ammonia is a felony with fines up to $25,000. People hurt while stealing or tampering cannot sue owners and operators for those injuries. Willfully damaging a pipeline is a felony with up to 15 years in prison or a $25,000 fine. The environmental agency can sue treatment works if they fail to act within 30 days to stop illegal discharges.

Terrorism conspiracy can mean life in prison

Conspiracy to commit terrorism is a felony. A conviction can carry a prison term up to life.

Tighter security around state officials

The law bans entering or staying in restricted areas around the Governor and other protected officials or key events. It also makes it a felony to force the Legislature to stop meeting, to adjourn, or to act on a bill by force or fraud. Fines range from $500 to $2,000, and felony prison penalties can apply.

Tougher conflict‑of‑interest and records rules

Public officials face felony penalties for conflicts of interest, false or illegal vouchers, and doing for‑profit business with certain state authorities. Altering or destroying audit records is a felony and can lead to removal from office. Fines range from $100 up to $20,000 depending on the offense, and prison is possible.

Tougher hit-and-run and unlicensed driving penalties

Leaving the scene of a crash that kills someone is a felony with 1 to 10 years and a $1,000 to $10,000 fine, and your license must be revoked. Leaving after a nonfatal injury brings 10 days to 2 years or a $50 to $1,000 fine, and license revocation. Driving without a valid license or while disqualified and causing injury is a misdemeanor with up to 1 year or a $2,000 fine. Causing great bodily injury in that state is a felony with prison time and up to a $3,000 fine. Causing a death while unlicensed or disqualified is a felony with up to 5 years and up to a $5,000 fine.

Tougher penalties for arson and attempts

The law makes trying to set a fire, or placing flammable or explosive materials to prepare for a fire, a felony. Fines can reach $5,000. Judges can also order prison time. This aims to stop planned fires and protect homes and businesses.

Tougher penalties for attacks and custody crimes

Attacking National Guard members called into service is a felony. Battery on court officers tied to their service is a felony with up to 5 years in prison and up to a $5,000 fine. Assaults on juvenile‑facility staff and throwing bodily fluids on employees while in custody are felonies. Escaping custody while held for a capital offense is also a felony.

Tougher penalties for caregiver abuse

Abuse, neglect, or exploitation by a caregiver is a felony. Non‑sexual abuse can bring up to 10 years and up to a $10,000 fine. Sexual abuse can bring up to 15 years and up to a $10,000 fine. Consent is not a defense, and sentences of 2 years or more include post‑prison supervision.

Tougher penalties for child sexual abuse material

Creating, sharing, or possessing child sexual abuse material is a felony. Penalties include up to 20 years in prison and up to $25,000 in fines. People convicted cannot get a deferred sentence. A first conviction carries 3 to 20 years; a second or later carries 10 to 30 years and higher minimum fines. Sentences of 2 years or more require post‑prison supervision, and offenders must register as sex offenders.

Tougher penalties for first-degree forgery

Serious forgery crimes are now first‑degree forgery felonies. This covers forged wills, deeds, public securities, and similar records made to defraud.

Tougher penalties for riots and campus incitement

The law creates tiers for riot crimes. If a riot leads to murder, maiming, robbery, rape, or arson, participants are punished for that crime. Rioting to resist or obstruct law enforcement, or rioting with a weapon or disguise, carries 2 to 10 years. Directing others to violence is 2 to 20 years. Blocking roads is a misdemeanor with up to 1 year, $100 to $5,000 in fines, and liability for damages. On public campuses, promoting crime, sabotage, or violent overthrow is a felony; fines can be $5,000 to $10,000 or prison, and advocating violent overthrow by adults on campus can carry 10 years to life.

Tougher penalties for sex-offender registry violations

Breaking any part of the sex‑offender registration law is a Class B5 felony with up to 5 years in prison or up to a $5,000 fine, or both. Giving false or misleading registration information is also a Class B5 felony. Failing to follow GPS monitoring rules is a Class B5 felony with up to 1 year in jail or up to a $1,000 fine, or both.

Tougher penalties for threats and weapons

Using stun guns, tear gas, mace, or similar agents against officers or first responders on duty is a felony, with up to 10 years in prison. Knowing possession of a sawed‑off shotgun or rifle is a felony with possible fines and prison. Sending written threats to harm people or destroy property is a felony with fines between $50 and $500 and possible prison.

Tougher penalties for using minors in crime

Adults who use minors to move or sell drugs commit a felony. If the child is under 15, punishment can be up to 25 years and a $100,000 fine. A second or later conviction for causing a minor to be delinquent or a runaway is a felony with added penalties. Anyone 18 or older who causes a minor to commit a felony faces the maximum penalty for that felony.

Tougher penalties for vehicle theft and IDs

Taking or driving a vehicle without the owner’s consent is a felony. Knowingly receiving or selling a stolen vehicle is a felony. Destroying or altering engine or ID numbers, or lying on registration to hide a vehicle’s identity, is a felony. Buying or selling a car or engine with a removed or fake ID to conceal identity is a felony, and repeat trim‑tag violations are now felonies. Taking baggage or cargo from a bus or terminal without consent is also a felony and can bring up to a $10,000 fine.

Tougher rules on lawmakers and lobbyists

Legislators cannot take money or gifts to get someone a job in a state agency. A conviction brings a $100 to $1,000 fine, prison exposure, and loss of office. It is a felony to hire or be a lobbyist paid only if a bill passes or fails, with fines up to $1,000. Local officials also cannot sell supplies to their own government for pay, subject to limited exceptions.

Transportation safety funding cap and open meetings

The Transportation Department can spend up to 20% of the Railroad Maintenance Revolving Fund each year on lights, gates, and other active warnings at rail crossings approved by the Corporation Commission. The Oklahoma Transportation Authority must hold open meetings and keep public records, except for personnel matters or litigation.

Unauthorized entry to prisons is felony

Willfully entering a jail, prison, or prison grounds without permission is a felony. A conviction can bring prison and a $500 to $1,000 fine.

Viatical fraud penalties with dollar thresholds

Penalties for viatical settlements fraud scale by the total contract value in any six months. Over $35,000 is a Class B3 felony; $2,500–$35,000 is Class C2; $500–$2,500 is Class D1; $500 or less is Class D3. Restitution is required. Prosecutors can add values over six months and file in any county where a part occurred. The clock to file charges starts when an insurer or police learn of the fraud, but no later than 7 years after the act.

Crackdown on fake insurance forms

Using or carrying a car insurance card you know is fake is a crime. Fines run $25 to $250, and your license is suspended for 2 months (first), 6 months (second), or 1 year (third). Making, selling, or printing insurance verification forms without being an insurer or producer is a felony with fines up to $10,000 and possible prison. These rules protect drivers and stop insurance card fraud.

Crackdown on fraud and gambling devices

Running three‑card monte or similar cons is a felony with $1,000 to $5,000 in fines and prison. Making or selling illegal gambling devices is a felony with fines up to $25,000 and prison. Issuing fake shipping or warehouse papers is a felony with fines up to $1,000 and prison.

Felonies for copper theft and resale

Entering property to steal copper wire, cable, or tubing is a felony. Receiving or moving stolen copper, when you knew or should have known it was stolen, is also a felony. Each felony can bring prison and a $100 to $500 fine.

Felonies for unlicensed medical and pharmacy work

Practicing medicine or surgery without a valid license is a felony, with fines from $1,000 to $10,000, and each day counts as a separate offense. People who practice illegally cannot be paid, and prosecutors can also file medical battery charges for injuries. Practicing dentistry without authorization or lying to get a dental license is a felony with $1,000 to $10,000 in fines. Pretending to be a pharmacist is a felony, and harm to a patient can bring prison. A second forged‑prescription offense is a felony with up to a $2,000 fine, and lying to get a pharmacy license is felony perjury.

Felonies for unsafe treatment and cremation

An opioid substitution treatment program that uses certain controlled drugs against the rules commits a felony. Disposing of a body by cremation outside a licensed crematory and without a special permit is a felony. These rules aim to protect patients and families.

Felony for fake or tampered lottery tickets

Making, altering, or passing a fake state lottery ticket is a felony. Trying to change results through fraud, coercion, or tampering is also a felony. Fines can reach $50,000 along with prison time. This protects honest players and the lottery.

Felony for rigged or repeat carnival games

Running or committing repeated violations of amusement or carnival game laws, or causing more than $500 in losses, is a felony. A conviction can bring prison and fines under state law. The law aims to protect fair play and buyers at events.

Felony penalties for email and spam fraud

Sending fraudulent emails or bulk spam is a felony. Selling or distributing software mainly used to fake email routing is a felony. Breaking commercial email rules—like fake headers, misleading subjects, using an address without consent, missing “ADV:” labels, or no unsubscribe—can also be a felony.

Higher penalties for property theft

Stealing domesticated fish or game worth $1,000 or more is a felony with a $1,000 to $5,000 fine and prison. Entering a house, railcar, tent, booth, or temporary building and stealing is now a felony called larceny from the house.

Penalties for dangerous dogs

Owners of dogs that have bitten, severely injured, or posed imminent danger cannot let them run loose. Violations are misdemeanors with up to 1 year in jail or a $5,000 fine. Owners can also be sued for damages.

Privacy and harassment penalties raised

Secretly recording people where they expect privacy, or publishing those images, is a felony with prison or up to a $5,000 fine. A second conviction for obscene or harassing calls or messages is a felony.

Stricter rules on boat theft and titles

Taking or using a boat or motor without consent to keep it is a felony and can bring prison and up to a $1,000 fine. Knowingly handling a stolen boat or motor is a felony with similar penalties. Removing or faking a hull ID without first notifying the Oklahoma Tax Commission is a felony. Buying or selling when you know the ID was tampered is a misdemeanor; doing so to hide the identity is a felony with up to a $1,000 fine. Lying on a title application or dealing in a boat you know or should know is stolen is a felony with $100 to $5,000 in fines and possible prison.

Stronger child‑care enforcement and hotline privacy

DHS can issue emergency orders, revoke or deny licenses, get court orders, and fine up to $10,000 for violations of child‑care safety hiring and residency rules. Cases may also be sent for criminal or civil action. The hotline must record each referral, keep recordings 12 months, and keep them confidential unless a court orders release. Reporter names must be removed unless a court says otherwise.

Stronger crackdown on counterfeit goods

Small‑quantity counterfeit label cases are misdemeanors with fines up to $5,000. Selling or possessing items with counterfeit marks is a misdemeanor, with up to one year in jail or a fine up to $1,000. Courts must destroy forfeited counterfeit items, but can allow donation if marks can be removed. Registration certificates can be used as evidence, and these remedies add to other civil and criminal actions.

Stronger penalties for counterfeit media

Having seven or more movies or 100 or more other items with counterfeit labels is a felony. A first felony can bring a fine up to $50,000. A second or later conviction is also a felony and can bring a fine up to $100,000.

Stronger penalties for elder exploitation

Taking $100,000 or more from an elderly or disabled adult is a felony with prison penalties and up to a $10,000 fine. Taking less than $100,000 is also a felony with prison penalties and up to a $10,000 fine. The law defines an elderly person as age 62 or older.

Stronger penalties for identity theft

Key identity theft crimes are felonies. A conviction can bring prison or a fine up to $100,000. The same penalties apply when the victim is under 18.

Tougher child safety and reporting

Registered sex offenders cannot work with children or live in a child care facility. Employers who knowingly hire them break the law. These are felonies with prison and fines up to $5,000. Anyone who knew about ongoing child abuse for 6 months or more and did not report it commits a felony.

Tougher penalties for contractor and sales scams

Home repair fraud is now a felony. Running or advertising a closing‑out sale without a license, or lying on that license application, is a felony. Misusing public solicitations or diverting funds raised for groups is a felony, with fines up to $10,000. Hiding or destroying a company’s records to block an investigation is also a felony.

Crime for evading money‑reporting rules

Causing a failure to file required money reports, or filing reports with big omissions or lies to dodge reporting, is a felony. This targets people who try to hide money from state or federal reporting laws and strengthens enforcement.

Felonies for illegal bank deals, spending

Willful violations of rules for buying control of out‑of‑state savings institutions are felonies. Banks and their officers who willfully make or accept prohibited political contributions also face felony charges. Convictions can bring fines up to $10,000 and prison.

Securities agents can work for multiple firms

An individual may serve as an agent for more than one broker-dealer or issuer at the same time. This can help agents find more work. Regulators can issue rules that limit this in some cases.

Stronger investor and adviser protections

The Insurance Commissioner can issue emergency cease‑and‑desist orders to stop viatical settlement violations, effective for 90 days unless a court says otherwise. The securities regulator can define and prevent deceptive or manipulative acts by investment advisers and require key terms in advisory contracts. Individuals may represent more than one investment adviser at the same time unless rules limit it. These steps aim to protect investors and clarify adviser duties.

Stronger penalties for bank abuses

The law tightens banking crime rules. Non‑fraud code violations carry up to 1 year in jail or a $50,000 fine. Fraud under the code is a felony with prison and up to a $100,000 fine. Violating regulator orders is a felony. Bank insiders can be liable if they knowingly take part. Structuring cash to dodge reporting rules is a felony. Ads by confusingly named banks must show the city of the main office. Not knowing facts is no defense when you should have known them in your job.

Medical enforcement and organ sale ban

The medical board can fine up to $5,000 per day if someone practices after their license is suspended or revoked. The board can seek court orders and penalties to enforce pain‑management rules. Buying or selling human body parts taken after death for money is a felony with fines up to $50,000 and possible prison.

Tougher penalties for public benefit fraud

Helping an ineligible person get emergency relief, or filing a false relief claim, is a felony. A conviction can mean prison or a fine of $100 to $1,000. Medicaid fraud—like false claims, overcharging, kickbacks, or not keeping six‑year records—is a felony and can bring prison.

Felony for false real estate affidavits

The law makes it a felony to willfully file a false affidavit about a property’s value. Officers who knowingly accept a false affidavit can also be charged. A conviction can bring prison under state felony rules.

Felony for misusing district assessment funds

Using special assessment district money for other purposes is a felony. A conviction can bring prison and up to a $1,000 fine. This protects property owners’ district funds.

Game wardens need permission for cameras

Game wardens cannot place game or wildlife cameras on private land without the owner’s permission or a court warrant. This protects privacy for homeowners and renters.

Stronger penalties for mobile home title fraud

Crimes involving forged or misused manufactured home titles and related documents are felonies. The law protects homeowners and the integrity of mobile‑home titles.

Stronger protections for workers and nurses

Assaulting a medical care provider at work is a Class B6 felony with up to 2 years in prison and up to a $1,000 fine. It is a Class D3 felony to order or allow an employee to enter a steam boiler, firebox, or smoke chamber while it is under steam pressure. Supervisors who break this boiler‑safety rule are also guilty of a Class D3 felony.

Veterans get tie-breaker for game wardens

When hiring game wardens, veterans of World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, or the Persian Gulf Wars get the job when all other factors are equal. This is a tie-breaker and does not change pay or benefits.

Workers’ comp fraud enforcement and funding

Half of each criminal fine in these cases goes to the Workers’ Compensation Commission Revolving Fund. People who plan fraud are charged like the main offender. When the Commission or Attorney General finds a violation, they must send the case to the local prosecutor. The Attorney General’s team can subpoena records and witnesses, take testimony under oath, and ask courts to enforce subpoenas. Commission forms must warn that fraud is a felony (not for EDI forms). Case files stay confidential until the unit closes the case and the Attorney General consents. District attorneys can appoint the unit’s lawyers as special deputies. False sworn testimony in these cases is perjury.

Repeat tampering with show animals

A second or later violation for injecting drugs or altering exhibition livestock is a felony. A conviction can bring prison or a $1,000 to $10,000 fine. A first offense stays a misdemeanor.

Stronger state oversight of insurers

The Insurance Commissioner can stop insurer deals that should not have been approved and, after a hearing, void them and restore the status quo. If risk disclosures are unclear, the Commissioner can block dividends and place the insurer under supervision. These steps protect policyholders and creditors.

$100 trauma-care fee on convictions

People convicted of the listed offenses must pay a $100 trauma‑care assessment on top of any fines. The money goes to the Trauma Care Assistance Revolving Fund.

Driver insurance suspension: fees to reinstate

If your license is suspended for insurance‑verification problems, it stays suspended until you pay required fees and show valid proof of insurance. You must also surrender your license within 30 days of suspension. If you do not, you owe an extra $50 on top of other fees.

Extra $100 trauma‑care fee on convictions

If you are convicted under the listed section, you must pay a $100 trauma‑care fee. This is on top of any fine. The money goes to the Trauma Care Assistance Revolving Fund.

Extra court fees in drug cases

After a drug conviction, the court can add up to 10% of your fine for drug‑enforcement work. The law also adds a $100 trauma‑care fee and a $100 drug‑education fee. You pay these in addition to any other fines and costs.

Felony for marriage within six months

After a divorce in Oklahoma, marrying someone else within six months is a felony. Living with that person in Oklahoma during those six months is also a felony. Convictions carry prison penalties under state law.

Fines and jail for public intoxication

Being drunk in certain public places is a misdemeanor. A conviction can mean a $10 to $100 fine, 5 to 30 days in jail, or both.

Extra $100 trauma fee on convictions

If you are convicted of an offense listed in Section 2‑407, you must pay a one‑time $100 trauma‑care fee in addition to any fine. The money goes to the Trauma Care Assistance Revolving Fund.

Reasonable fees for transplant services

Organizations may charge reasonable fees for removing, processing, storing, transporting, implanting, or disposing of a human part for transplants or therapy. Selling the human part itself remains illegal.

Employers must report suspected comp fraud

Employers and workers’ comp carriers must report suspected workers’ compensation fraud to the Attorney General’s unit. Willful failure to report is a misdemeanor with a fine up to $1,000. Half of any fine collected goes to the Commission’s fund.

Brewers and importers must get Oklahoma licenses

Anyone who sells beer or cider to licensed Oklahoma distributors must have the proper Oklahoma license. This applies even if the sale happens outside the state but the drinks are for use in Oklahoma.

Cold‑medicine wholesalers must register and log

Wholesalers, manufacturers, and distributors of products with pseudoephedrine or phenylpropanolamine must register each year with the state. They must keep separate, readily retrievable transaction records with names and amounts for at least three years. Possession without registration risks forfeiture on conviction. Breaking the record rule can mean a misdemeanor and fines up to $10,000.

Fines for unlicensed building inspectors

A business that uses an unlicensed building inspector, or fails to notify the Board, can be fined up to $200 per violation. Each day can count as a separate violation, with a maximum of $1,000 for related violations.

Tighter resale rules and $10 permits

You can only buy items tax‑free for resale if you regularly resell that kind of item. Each extra business location needs its own sales tax permit and costs $10 for a three‑year permit.

Adultery now a felony crime

Adultery is a felony. A conviction can bring up to 5 years in prison, a fine up to $500, or both.

Conspiracy now a felony offense

If two or more people agree and take an act to break this law, they commit conspiracy. Conspiracy is a felony with prison under state sentencing rules.

Crackdown on political coercion and intimidation

Public officials cannot force state employees to give money, time, or work for politics; willful violators face up to a $10,000 fine and prison. Burning a cross to intimidate, organizing to violently overthrow government, or maliciously desecrating the U.S. flag are felonies with prison exposure. These crimes carry felony-level penalties under state sentencing rules.

Crimes for unlicensed inspectors, false licenses

Acting as a building inspector without a license is now a felony. Each day can be a separate offense, with fines from $250 to $2,500 plus costs. Knowingly lying or committing fraud on a security guard or private investigator license application is also a felony. A conviction can bring up to a $2,000 fine and prison.

Felonies for improper bail‑enforcer conduct

Licensed bail enforcers cannot help unlicensed people do bail enforcement. People involved in recovery cannot use police‑style badges, labels, or words that suggest law‑enforcement ties when not allowed. These acts are felonies and can lead to prison.

Felonies for registrant drug violations

Registrants who unlawfully distribute Schedule I or II drugs, use fake or others’ registration numbers, give false information, or make tools to counterfeit drugs commit felonies. Distributing or using false numbers is Class B3. Getting drugs by fraud is Class C1. A conviction is required.

Felonies for theft of services and tools

A pawnbroker who refuses to show stolen or embezzled goods on request commits a felony. A person with a prior burglary who holds three or more listed tools for crime, or anyone carrying a slung shot as a weapon, commits a felony. Getting food, lodging, or services by fraud is a felony when the value is $1,000 or more; smaller cases stay misdemeanors. Hiding, selling, or destroying collateral worth $1,000 or more while a loan is unpaid is a felony and can bring a fine up to $500.

Felony penalties for petition fraud

Signing another person’s name, signing more than once, signing when not a legal voter, falsifying or destroying petitions, or helping others do so is a felony. A conviction can bring a fine up to $500, prison, or both.

Harsher penalties for damaging infrastructure

Maliciously damaging highways, bridges, toll gates, utilities, houses of worship, or public art is a felony with prison exposure. Damaging utility or telecom lines can bring up to three years in state prison or one year in county jail, and a fine up to $500. Trespassing to tamper at a critical‑infrastructure site is a felony with at least a $10,000 fine; willful damage can bring a $100,000 fine and up to 10 years, and companies can be fined ten times that. Defacing or stealing road signs is a felony if it causes injury or death; courts may order restitution, at least 40 days of service, and up to a $1,000 fine. Malicious property damage is a felony when losses total $1,000 or more, or on a third offense; cutting livestock fences is a felony on a second conviction.

Harsher penalties for unpaid support, runaways

If you willfully stop paying court‑ordered child support for a year or owe over $5,000, it is a felony. Leaving the state to avoid support or basic care is also a felony, with up to four years in prison or a fine up to $5,000. Knowingly hiding an endangered runaway child a second time or more is a felony with fines up to $5,000 and possible prison.

Harsher punishments for public corruption

Public officers face felonies for conflicts of interest, personal profit from district contracts, or using district funds unlawfully. Fines range from $200 to $5,000 in several statutes, and some violations bring forfeiture of office or personal liability for losses. Making a false official affidavit is a felony; illegally disposing of court‑seized liquor carries a $50–$2,000 fine and 30 days to 5 years in prison. Starting January 1, 2026, the State Auditor’s office faces felonies for unauthorized pay and for knowingly false audit reports.

Jail contraband: phones and tobacco

Bringing tobacco into a jail without authority is a misdemeanor with up to 1 year in jail or a $500 fine. Bringing a cell phone or other communication device into a secure jail area without authority is a felony or can bring up to a $2,500 fine. Agencies can forfeit seized contraband using the state forfeiture process.

Meth makers banned from pseudoephedrine

If you were convicted of making or trying to make meth, it is a felony to later buy or try to buy any product with pseudoephedrine or ephedrine. The punishment equals twice the minimum prison term for the original offense.

New crimes for threats and hoaxes

A terrorism hoax is a felony with up to 10 years in prison. Offenders must repay victims and emergency‑response costs. Planning or trying to commit a serious violent act is a felony with up to 10 years. Threatening to kill or seriously injure someone is a misdemeanor with up to 6 months in jail. Throwing objects at cars or from bridges with intent to harm or damage is a felony with up to 10 years and up to a $10,000 fine. Fighting a duel is a felony.

New penalties for Class D1 felonies

Anyone convicted of a Class D1 felony can face prison under state law, a fine up to $50,000, or both. This sets the maximum fine for these felonies.

Penalties for falsifying government records

Misusing official records for commercial or political gain is a misdemeanor for public employees. Publishing name lists from Human Services records for commercial or political use is a felony. Falsifying or destroying State Treasurer transaction records is a felony with possible $10,000 fines and job loss. Creating or using fake birth, death, or stillbirth certificates is a felony. Licensed professionals who knowingly falsify audit or attestation reports commit a felony, with fines up to $25,000 per occurrence. Lying under oath to get a benefit is also a felony.

Penalties for fleeing and refusing stops

Refusing a lawful stop by a game warden is a misdemeanor with a $100 to $500 fine. Eluding an officer in a way that endangers others is a felony with possible prison time and a $1,000 to $5,000 fine. Eluding that causes great bodily injury is a felony with prison penalties and up to a $5,000 fine.

Permit required to hire armed guards

Hiring, helping to hire, or entering Oklahoma with armed guards for that purpose without a written permit from the Governor is a felony. A conviction brings prison under state law.

Post‑prison supervision after sex crimes

Anyone sentenced to 2 years or more for violating Section 1021 must serve post‑prison supervision. This does not apply to life or life‑without‑parole sentences. Juries are told supervision is in addition to the prison term.

Protecting graves and human remains

If you find human skeletal remains or burial items, you must stop work and report them to law enforcement right away. Failing to report within 48 hours is a misdemeanor; knowingly disturbing remains is a felony. Opening graves or stealing coffins or burial items is a felony and can bring up to a $250 fine plus prison. Buying or selling previously buried human remains or burial furniture for profit is also a felony. Felony cases can include prison and fines up to $1,000 under the law.

Repeat offenders face enhanced sentencing rules

For a second or later conviction of the listed offense, the state’s repeat‑offender sentencing law applies. This ties the case to stricter, existing sentencing rules for repeat crimes.

RICO cases and higher fines

Only the Attorney General or a district attorney can bring RICO cases. Courts can set an alternative fine up to 3 times the gains or losses, add court and investigation costs, and subtract the value of forfeited property. The court must hold a hearing to set the amount.

Severe penalties for violent crimes

Trying to kill someone with poison, if the victim survives, is a felony with at least 10 years in prison. First‑degree murder can be punished by death, life without parole, or life in prison. Second‑degree murder carries 10 years to life. Kidnapping for extortion is a felony with death or at least 10 years, and handling the ransom is a separate felony with at least 5 years.

Stricter bail and surrender rules

A bondsman who willfully lies in an affidavit can be charged with felony perjury. If you forfeit bail and do not surrender within 30 days, it is a felony. A conviction can bring fines up to $5,000 and prison.

Stronger DUI injury penalties

A DUI that causes a personal‑injury crash brings higher penalties. First conviction: 90 days to 1 year in jail and up to a $2,500 fine. A later conviction or certain prior DUIs is a felony: 1 to 5 years in prison and up to a $5,000 fine. Causing great bodily injury while DUI is a felony: 4 to 20 years in prison and up to a $5,000 fine.

Stronger penalties for court order abuse

Knowingly filing for a protective order without a good reason becomes a felony on a second conviction, with prison exposure and a fine up to $10,000. Willfully failing to surrender within five days after felony bail is forfeited is also a felony, with prison exposure and up to a $1,000 fine.

Tighter rules on shipping alcohol to Oklahoma

Businesses outside Oklahoma cannot sell or ship alcohol at retail into Oklahoma unless the law allows it. Selling to someone under 21 is a felony; other unlawful sales are misdemeanors. Fines can reach $5,000, and an ABLE license must be revoked if held.

Tougher penalties for public corruption

Selling or giving a public office in return for a gift is now a felony, with a $200–$1,000 fine, loss of office, and prison risk. Bribing or taking bribes as a juror or similar decision‑maker is a felony. Fraudulently changing a bill’s text or offering forged documents as real evidence in a case is a felony. Convicted people face prison under the state’s felony sentencing rules.

Tougher penalties for repeat offenses

A second or later conviction for this offense becomes a higher‑class felony if the crime happened after the law’s effective date. If the crime happened earlier, the older penalty still applies and can be up to five years in prison.

Harsher penalties for fake ID at pawn shops

Using fake or altered ID, or lying about ownership when pawning items, is a crime. If the item is under $1,000, it is a misdemeanor. At $1,000 or more, it is a felony with possible prison, and the law references fines up to $500. Penalties rise with the item’s value.

Stronger penalties for consumer and charity fraud

Running or promoting a pyramid scheme is a felony with a $1,000–$5,000 fine or prison. Getting money or property by false pretenses of $1,000 or more is a felony; charity fraud is a felony with fines up to the amount taken, and insurance‑claim fraud can bring fines up to twice the total loss (false‑pretenses fines can reach up to three times the value in some cases). Mock auction fraud is a felony, and a convicted auctioneer loses their license permanently. Knowingly taking the proceeds of fraud is a felony. Fixing a sports contest by taking gifts is also a felony with fines up to $3,000.

Tougher rules on telecom fraud and devices

Using a radio that picks up police transmissions for illegal acts is a felony and can bring fines up to $5,000. Using a device to avoid telecom charges over $1,000, or using a cloned phone to help commit a felony, is a felony. Knowingly holding five or more unlawful telecommunication devices at once is a felony. Telephone solicitors must state their name, affiliation, and a phone number; a third violation becomes a felony.

Registered offenders cannot live together

Two or more people on the sex offender registry cannot live in the same home during their registration. A first offense is a misdemeanor with up to 1 year in jail and up to a $1,000 fine. A later offense is a Class B5 felony with up to 5 years in prison and up to a $2,000 fine.

Penalties for misusing college donations

Willfully misusing grants, gifts, or bequests meant for state higher‑ed institutions is a Class D1 felony. Penalties include prison and up to a $20,000 fine. Offenders can be removed from office or employment immediately.

Higher penalties for bad drug records

Pharmacies and others face tougher penalties for false or missing controlled‑substance records, refusing inspections, or related violations. A first violation can bring a civil fine up to $1,000. If done knowingly, it is a felony with fines up to $10,000 for individuals or up to $100,000 for corporations, plus possible prison. Convicted people must also pay a $100 Trauma Care assessment.

Stronger penalties for timber theft, ag violations

The Agriculture Board can fine $100 to $10,000 per violation. Removing timber from state land without written approval is a felony; first‑offense fines can reach $1,000 and later offenses up to $5,000, with possible prison. Cutting or destroying another’s timber worth more than $200, using fake papers to sell timber over $200, or selling timber with false ID over $200 are felonies with fines up to $10,000 and possible prison.

Crackdown on contraband cigarettes and tobacco

Dealing in contraband cigarettes or tobacco is illegal. First contraband‑cigarette offense: fine up to $1,000; later offenses: felony with fine up to $5,000 and possible prison. First contraband‑tobacco offense: fine up to $2,000; later offenses: felony with fine up to $5,000 and possible prison. Forfeiture and payment of any owed taxes and penalties also apply. Delivering cigarettes to someone under the legal age is a felony.

Felony for fake cigarette tax stamps

Making, using, or possessing fake cigarette tax stamps without the Tax Commission’s OK is a felony and can bring prison and up to a $10,000 fine. Other cigarette tax violations are misdemeanors, with up to 12 months in county jail, a fine up to $500, or both.

Tax nonfiling enforcement and trial location rules

If charged for failing to file taxes, your case can be brought in the county where you live. If you are not a resident, it can be in any county where you do business. Not sending required data within 30 days after notice (or after an approved extension) counts as proof of intent to defraud. Cases about false tax returns are tried in the county where the return was verified.

Bigger fines for late insurer filings

Insurers that miss a required registration filing without good cause must pay $500 for each day late, up to $100,000. The Insurance Commissioner can reduce the amount for financial hardship after notice and hearing. Directors and officers who knowingly allow filing or investment violations can be fined up to $25,000 per violation.

Stricter rules on bank names and ads

Banks cannot use shortened names in Oklahoma ads that would confuse customers unless the ad clearly shows the city of the main office. After buying another bank, an acquirer must stop using the old bank’s name on signs and ads after 6 months, unless it is the new legal name. Nonbanks cannot use or advertise confusingly similar bank names. Violations are felonies.

Handgun license replacement and updates

If your handgun license is missing, you must notify OSBI within 30 days, send a notarized statement, and pay $15. OSBI issues a substitute in 10 days, but you cannot carry while the license is missing. You may add another pistol type by completing extra training, sending the certificate and a request, and paying $15. You cannot carry the added pistol type until you receive the updated license.

Handgun license update rules and fee

You can update your name or address on a handgun license with a notarized statement and a $15 fee. The OSBI issues the updated license within 10 days and cancels the old one.

Tighter rules for vehicle crushers and scrap

Operating as a vehicle crusher without a state license is a misdemeanor with fines up to $1,000 or up to six months in jail. If police say a vehicle sold to a crusher was stolen, the seller must repay the crusher or face the same penalties. The Commission can quickly get a court order to stop unlicensed crusher activity without posting a bond. Good‑faith scrap processors are exempt when they crush or compact vehicles without removing the VIN. Owners who receive recovered stolen vehicles or parts from law enforcement are exempt from possession crimes.

Child, spouse abandonment; safe-surrender defense

Deserting a child under 10, or taking the child out of state to abandon them, is a felony with 1 to 10 years in prison. Abandoning a spouse in need, or abandoning or willfully neglecting a child under 15, is also a felony with 1 to 10 years. A woman with a prior conviction who again conceals a birth or death under age two faces 2 to 5 years. There is an affirmative defense for a parent who safely surrenders a baby under 30 days to a qualified provider as state law allows.

Crimes tied to unlawful marriages

Knowingly officiating a prohibited marriage is a felony and can bring up to a $500 fine and prison under state law. Forcibly abducting a woman to compel marriage is a felony with up to 10 years in prison.

Experts can testify on impairment in court

Qualified experts can give opinions on whether a person was impaired. They can explain sobriety test results and the type of substance involved. They cannot give a specific blood‑alcohol number.

Harder to pause agency fines

You can ask a district court to review an agency’s compliance or penalty order. The court will overturn it only if the record lacks substantial evidence or the penalty is an abuse of discretion. The court does not pause a penalty unless you first deposit the full assessed amount with the court.

Juvenile handling of minor protective-order cases

If a minor breaks a protective order, the case goes to juvenile court. The court can order the child and parents to attend family counseling and can require community service instead of fines or jail. Judges and district courts are immune from lawsuits for ordering certified treatment or counseling tied to protective orders.

Stronger child abuse reporting and safeguards

Health workers, including midwives, must promptly report infants who test positive for alcohol or controlled drugs. They must share exam notes, x‑rays, and other records with police or DHS when asked in an investigation. Employers cannot punish people who report or testify in good faith. Knowingly making a false abuse report is a crime, and courts can fine up to $5,000 in custody cases and award attorney fees.

Tighter criminal‑history checks, fraud penalty

Unless a national check is asked for, fingerprint searches only use Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation records. OSBI provides records after it receives the fee. It is a felony to knowingly offer or use a false or forged criminal history record, with fines up to $5,000 and possible prison.

Tougher enforcement of protective orders

Courts cannot suspend the minimum jail time for certain protective order violations. Judges must order at least 52 weeks of domestic abuse treatment after a conviction and hold a review within 120 days. A protected person cannot be charged with violating their own order. Courts may require GPS monitoring and can order the defendant to pay monitoring costs. All protective orders must include a clear penalty notice.

Tougher fake ID penalties and exceptions

Making, using, or wrongfully issuing state driver licenses or ID cards is a felony with fines up to $10,000 and prison exposure. Service Oklahoma can issue special licenses to help a criminal, military, or intelligence operation. People acting under that written authorization are not prosecuted for that license, and must return it when the work ends.

Trafficking victims’ defense and new penalties

A person charged with a crime can claim an affirmative defense by proving they were a human‑trafficking victim at the time. People convicted of listed trafficking crimes must also pay a $100 trauma‑care fee. Those sentenced for kidnapping that involved sexual abuse or exploitation must serve post‑prison supervision if not sentenced to life.

Mandatory background checks and OSBI fees

Agencies and other entities that access national criminal records (not for law enforcement) must run national checks on authorized staff by July 1, 2009 and within 60 days after. OSBI charges per request: $15 for an Oklahoma record, $19 with fingerprints, and $41 for a national record with fingerprints.

Tougher rules for business opportunities

Selling a business opportunity in Oklahoma is a felony unless it is registered or exempt. Using lies, schemes, or deceptive acts when offering these deals is a felony. Filing false or misleading documents with the regulator is also a felony. These rules add penalties for dishonest sellers and increase protection for buyers.

Felony to fake public securities

Placing a fake official signature or seal on a public security to defraud is a felony. This raises penalties for fraud and helps protect investors and the public from counterfeit instruments.

Harsher penalties for investment fraud

Paid advisers and analysts cannot lie or use schemes to defraud clients. Filing false or misleading records, or claiming the Administrator approved a registrant, is a felony. Willful violations can bring fines up to $100,000, prison, or both. These penalties raise the cost of misconduct and help protect investors.

Registered brokers and agents only

Broker‑dealers and agents who do business in Oklahoma must be registered or exempt. Firms cannot use suspended, revoked, or barred people for securities work. An agent’s registration only counts while employed by a registered firm or issuer. Employers are responsible for using registered agents. These felony rules add penalties for violators and more protection for investors.

Stricter licensing for investment advisers

Investment advisers who work in Oklahoma must be registered unless an exemption applies. Advisers cannot employ or associate with suspended, revoked, or barred individuals. Representatives who handle client business in the state must be registered. Advisers to public entities must be registered with the SEC and MSRB to claim an exemption. Breaking these rules is a felony, which adds penalties for violators and protection for clients and public funds.

Unregistered sales and insolvent issuers banned

Offering or selling a security in Oklahoma is a felony unless it is registered, exempt, or a federal covered security. Issuers cannot sell investment certificates while insolvent. Officers and others who took part can be jointly liable unless they prove they did not and could not have known. These rules add penalties for violators and help protect buyers.

Minors’ abortion cases: duties and lawsuits

Courts can award money for harm, lawyer fees, and punitive damages for violations tied to abortions for minors, and can order people to stop breaking the law. A physician who performs an abortion on a child under 14 must preserve fetal tissue per OSBI rules and submit it to OSBI. Not doing so is unprofessional conduct and a Class D2 felony.

Tougher penalties for Medicaid fraud

Fraud to get Medicaid or Insure Oklahoma benefits now carries tiered penalties. If total benefits paid are under $5,000, it is a misdemeanor with a fine up to three times the amount or up to three months in jail. If $5,000 or more was paid, it is a felony with fines or prison. The law covers false statements, hiding income or property, or other tricks to get benefits.

Felony for false warehouse receipts

Hiding a lien when depositing commodities, or lying to get a warehouse receipt, is a felony. Conviction can bring up to a $10,000 fine and jail. These penalties deter fraud and help keep storage and commodity markets fair.

Tougher penalties for insurance misconduct

Knowingly filing a fraudulent required statement with the Insurance Commissioner is a felony. Insurers can be fined up to $50,000 per conviction. Officers and employees who cause it face up to $25,000 per conviction, jail, and disbarment from key roles. Acting as a producer while suspended or helping such a person is also a felony with up to a $5,000 fine. These steps penalize misconduct and protect policyholders.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Mike Osburn
Republican • House

Cosponsors

Dave Rader
Republican • Senate
Tammy West
Republican • House

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 312 • No: 36

Senate vote • 5/28/2025

FOURTH READING

Yes: 43 • No: 4

House vote • 5/22/2025

FOURTH READING

Yes: 66 • No: 13

House vote • 5/22/2025

FOURTH READING

Yes: 74 • No: 7

Senate vote • 5/6/2025

THIRD READING

Yes: 37 • No: 7

Senate vote • 4/8/2025

Committee vote: Judiciary

Yes: 5 • No: 1

House vote • 3/13/2025

THIRD READING

Yes: 78 • No: 4

House vote • 2/11/2025

DO PASS

Yes: 9 • No: 0

Bill Text

Enrolled (final version)
5/28/2025
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House Conference Committee Report 2
5/22/2025
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House Conference Committee Substitute 2
5/22/2025
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Scheduled House CCR 2(A)
5/22/2025
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House Conference Committee Report
5/21/2025
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House Conference Committee Substitute
5/21/2025
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Scheduled House CCR 1(B)
5/21/2025
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Scheduled House CCR 1(A)
5/20/2025
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Amended And Engrossed
5/7/2025
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Floor (Senate)
4/9/2025
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Senate Committee Report
4/8/2025
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Engrossed
3/17/2025
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Floor (House)
2/17/2025
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House Committee Report
2/17/2025
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House Committee Substitute
2/17/2025
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Introduced
1/16/2025
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Analyzed Economic Effects

High Impact

Good‑faith compliance is a defense

Tougher rules for subdivided land sales

Tougher penalties for violent crimes

Harsher DUI penalties and supervision rules

Mandatory time for repeat offenders

Stiffer penalties for underage drinking hosts

Fraud during workers’ comp brings felony

Harsher penalties for tax fraud

Felony for false workers’ comp self‑insurance

Felonies for false incentive claims

Strict felony rules for horse racing

Penalties for no drug tax stamp

Stronger drug crime penalties and zones

20% quarterly penalty on unpaid fines

Stiffer penalties for insurance control violations

Stronger protections in viatical settlements

Higher pollution fines and one-incident relief

Most changes take effect January 2026

Expanded turnpike building and toll powers

Medium Impact

Construction trust funds pay liens first

Stronger penalties for real estate fraud

Crackdown on auto theft and chop shops

Crackdown on child sexual exploitation online

Crackdown on illegal gambling communications

Felonies for recruiting minors into gangs

Felonies for unregistered or disguised aircraft

Felony for officials’ contract conflicts

Felony for violent attempts to overturn government

Felony penalties for SB 1357 violations

Felony to dodge roadblocks or hinder fires

Game wardens get full police powers

Harsher penalties for abuse during pregnancy

Harsher penalties for child abduction and marriage

Harsher penalties for election fraud

Harsher penalties for embezzlement

Harsher penalties for laundering and RICO

Harsher penalties for robbery and holdups

Harsher penalties for subversion and plots

Higher penalties for prostitution operations

Maiming crimes now serious felonies

Many listed crimes raised to felonies

Operating illegal gambling is a felony

Rail and aircraft safety felonies

Severe penalties for human trafficking

Statewide child abuse hotline and reporting

Stiffer penalties for murder and manslaughter

Stiffer penalties for stealing controlled drugs

Stricter drug trafficking rules and mandatory time

Stronger child abuse and sex-crime penalties

Stronger penalties for attacks and weapons

Stronger penalties for bus attacks

Stronger penalties for election misconduct

Stronger penalties for farm and animal crimes

Stronger penalties for protective‑order abuse

Stronger penalties for repeat stalking

Stronger rape penalties and supervision

Stronger recovery of crime profits for victims

Tougher penalties for corruption and bribery

Tougher penalties for drug distribution

Tougher penalties for drug manufacturing

Tougher penalties for gun ID crimes

Tougher penalties for public corruption

Tougher penalties for violent attacks

Tougher penalties for wildland arson and unsafe burns

Unauthorized body removal is a felony

Bigger recoveries for counterfeit victims

Crackdown on deceptive business opportunities

Crackdown on kickbacks and rigged bids

Felonies for card and fake‑ID fraud

Felonies for monopolies and price discrimination

Felony for adulterated poultry fraud

Harsher penalties for forgery and records

Harsher penalties for hacking and eavesdropping

Stricter rules on delivery and warehouse fraud

Stronger anti‑corruption and fair access