Torts; stating liability of peace officers for injuries related to the deprivation of certain rights; prohibiting the assertion of qualified immunity as a defense to liability. Effective date.

SB 1056 creates direct liability for Oklahoma peace officers (including police and deputies) who, under color of law, cause others to suffer injuries from the deprivation of rights protected by the Bill of Rights or Oklahoma Constitution’s Article II. The bill removes qualified immunity as a defense in such cases and prohibits statutory immunities or limitations on liability from applying to these claims. It requires employers to indemnify officers for judgments or settlements arising under this law, except when an officer acted recklessly or was convicted of a related crime. The law also mandates courts to award reasonable attorney fees to winning plaintiffs and takes effect November 1, 2025.