Criminal Justice

SB 537 amends Oklahoma's vagrancy law to allow business owners to request police removal of individuals deemed "vagrants" (defined as those in public/private space for illegal purposes) who are within 12 feet of their business doorway. If police confirm the person meets this definition, they must relocate the individual at least one-half mile away from the business, ensuring the new location is not within one-quarter mile of any other business. This bill directly affects businesses seeking to address perceived disruptions, individuals potentially relocated under the policy, and law enforcement officers carrying out the procedure. The law takes effect November 1, 2025.