Firearms; modifying scope of lawful carry. Effective date.

This bill modifies Oklahoma's laws regarding where licensed individuals may carry firearms, expanding lawful carry in certain areas while maintaining prohibitions in others. It clarifies that carrying firearms is permitted on public parking lots, sidewalks, and school parking areas, with specific restrictions on how firearms are stored in unattended vehicles on school property. The legislation also allows private schools to adopt policies permitting licensed individuals to carry weapons on their premises and authorizes certain school personnel to carry handguns on school grounds. Additionally, it permits concealed carry at municipal zoos and parks owned by public trusts or nonprofits, while allowing open carry only with property owner permission. The bill establishes misdemeanor penalties for violations, including fines up to $250 for certain prohibited locations.