Criminal Justice (Corrections)

died · Oklahoma · House Feb 17, 2025

HB 2150: Crimes and punishments; unauthorized camps; making certain acts unlawful; codification; effective date.

HB 2150 makes it a crime to establish unauthorized camps, directly affecting individuals or groups setting up such camps without authorization. The bill changes the penalty for this offense from up to one year in jail to a maximum of thirty days. This amendment, adopted by the committee, clarifies the specific criminal punishment for violating this provision. The bill focuses on defining and penalizing unauthorized camp setups under criminal law.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeReduces maximum penalty for unauthorized camps from 1 year to 30 days, aligning with criminal justice reform by lowering incarceration severity.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 4, 2025

SB 144: Department of Corrections; creating the Reentry and Housing Pilot Program and Revolving Fund. Effective date.

SB 144 creates a five-year pilot program for Oklahoma's Department of Corrections to help formerly incarcerated people find stable housing and access reentry services. It requires the DOC to develop affordable housing in rural and urban areas, identify high-risk inmates for homelessness, and modify existing programs to provide parenting, job skills, and substance abuse treatment support. The program will be funded through a new revolving fund in the state treasury, using state appropriations, grants, and donations, with up to 5% of funds allowed for administrative costs. The DOC must contract an independent evaluator to assess the program's effectiveness in reducing recidivism and submit annual reports to lawmakers. This bill directly affects inmates released from Oklahoma prisons who face housing instability upon release.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a new revolving fund in state treasury using state appropriations to fund DOC reentry housing program, advancing public service funding through budget allocation.90% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeSB 144 creates a reentry program with housing, job skills, and treatment to reduce recidivism, directly advancing criminal justice reform through funding and service expansion.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill includes substance abuse treatment support as part of reentry services, aligning with healthcare access indicators for mental health/substance abuse care.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates affordable housing program for formerly incarcerated individuals via new revolving fund, directly advancing housing access for vulnerable population.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole Substance Abuse Affordable Housing Homelessness

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 4, 2025

SB 218: Offenders; providing extension of certain driver licenses under certain circumstances. Effective date. Emergency.

SB 218 extends the expiration date of Oklahoma driver licenses for individuals released from prison who held a valid license before incarceration, automatically adding six months to their license term after release. It requires the Department of Corrections to provide documentation to help these individuals obtain a temporary provisional license through Service Oklahoma, with a $25 monthly payment plan toward outstanding fees. The bill also mandates that the Department of Corrections assist released inmates in securing post-release employment documentation, such as birth certificates and vocational records, as part of related provisions. This applies to non-mandatory-revocation offenses and does not grant driving privileges outside Oklahoma.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeExtends driver licenses for prison releases to aid reintegration, reducing barriers to employment and stability, aligning with criminal justice reform goals to lower recidivism.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 4, 2025

SB 390: Sentencing of juveniles; prohibiting imposition of certain terms of imprisonment for juveniles. Effective date.

SB 390 bans life imprisonment without parole for juveniles and caps prison sentences at 20 years for individuals under 18 at the time of the offense. It requires courts to depart from mandatory minimum sentences in juvenile cases, directing judges to consider risk assessments and alternative sentencing options. The law directly affects juveniles aged under 18 charged as adults in Oklahoma courts and takes effect November 1, 2025. It updates sentencing rules under Oklahoma statutes 10A O.S. 2-5-204 and 22 O.S. 985.1.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBans life without parole for juveniles, caps sentences at 20 years, mandates risk assessments and alternatives - directly advancing juvenile justice reform per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Juvenile Justice Sentencing

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signed · Oklahoma · House May 28, 2025

HB 1460: Criminal procedure; fees; fines; court; sentencing; revolving fund; effective date.

HB 1460 adds new fees for criminal convictions in Oklahoma. It requires courts to collect a $10 fee for most convictions (excluding parking violations) and a $150 laboratory analysis fee for cases involving forensic services from OSBI, the Chief Medical Examiner, or local agencies. Funds from these fees are deposited into specific accounts: the $150 fees go to OSBI, medical examiner, or local law enforcement revolving funds, while the $10 fees fund the CLEET Training Center and General Revenue. The bill also creates a $5 fee for misdemeanor marijuana possession cases, with proceeds going to a drug education fund. These fees apply to individuals convicted of offenses punishable by fines or jail time, excluding minor traffic violations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAdds $10 and $150 fees to fund CLEET Training Center, General Revenue, and law enforcement revolving funds, increasing state revenue streams for budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeAdds fees funding forensic services (OSBI) and law enforcement training (CLEET), strengthening operational capacity within criminal justice system.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Corrections Courts Drug Policy

in committee · Oklahoma · House Feb 4, 2025

HB 1176: Crimes and punishments; exploitation of elderly and disabled adults; property purchase; below market value; effective date.

HB 1176 creates new felony charges for exploiting vulnerable adults by taking their money, assets, or property. It specifically targets two practices: (1) taking funds/assets through a position of trust or business relationship, or (2) purchasing residential property from elderly (62+) or disabled adults for less than 70% of market value. Violations involving $100,000+ in assets carry up to 15 years in prison and $10,000 fines, while lower-value cases carry up to 10 years and the same fine. The law directly affects elderly and disabled adults who may be targeted by others seeking to take advantage of their vulnerability.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeCreates new felony charges for exploiting vulnerable adults, strengthening protections and accountability in criminal justice reform.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents exploitation in housing transactions by prohibiting below-market property sales to vulnerable adults (62+/disabled), protecting tenant/owner rights and preventing predatory housing practices.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections

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signed · Oklahoma · Senate May 13, 2026

SB 1213: Prisons and reformatories; modifying provisions related to inmate earned credits. Effective date.

SB 1213 modifies Oklahoma's inmate earned credit system by removing minimum incarceration time requirements (previously 3 months for Class 3, 8 months for Class 4) for assigning credit levels. It establishes new monthly credit rates based on an inmate's criminal history: inmates without prior felony convictions receive higher credits (Class 3: 45 credits/month, Class 4: 60 credits/month) compared to those with felony histories (Class 3: 33 credits, Class 4: 44 credits). The bill affects all state prison inmates by changing how their sentence reductions are calculated through earned credits. Key provisions include updating credit assignment criteria, requiring gender-neutral language, and specifying that credits cannot be earned for certain offenses like killing law enforcement officers. The changes apply to all inmates assigned to Class Levels 2-4 under the Department of Corrections' updated policies.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeModifies earned credits to incentivize rehabilitation: higher credits for inmates without prior felonies, removing minimum incarceration requirements to promote positive behavior and reduce recidivism.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Law Enforcement

signed · Oklahoma · House May 12, 2025

HB 2364: Corrections; requiring inmates be assisted in receiving certain driver license before release; effective date.

HB 2364 requires Oklahoma's Department of Corrections to assist inmates without a current state-issued driver license or identification card in obtaining a REAL ID Noncompliant Driver License before release, or a REAL ID Noncompliant Identification Card if the license is unattainable. The department must begin this process at least nine months prior to release and provide employment-related documentation, including vocational records, birth certificates, and Social Security cards. Inmates over 65, those on medical parole, or in mental health units are exempt from preparing resumes or practicing job interviews. The bill becomes effective November 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFacilitates inmate reentry by requiring ID/license assistance and employment docs, reducing barriers to stability and lowering recidivism - key criminal justice reform goals.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole

signed · Oklahoma · Senate May 12, 2025

SB 690: Prisons and reformatories; authorizing certain attainment of earned credits. Effective date.

SB 690 amends Oklahoma's correctional system to clarify how inmates earn sentence-reduction credits. It establishes four class levels (1-4) based on participation in work, education, and rehabilitation programs, with higher credits for better performance (e.g., Class 4 inmates earn 60 credits/month if they have no prior felony convictions). The bill prohibits earning credits for inmates convicted of crimes resulting in death of law enforcement or DOC staff, or for those violating probation. It also updates language to be gender-neutral and specifies that credits equal one day of reduced incarceration per credit. This law directly affects all Oklahoma state inmates serving sentences with the possibility of sentence reduction through earned credits.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill incentivizes rehabilitation programs (work/education) for sentence reduction credits, promoting reform. Prohibitions for serious offenses are standard safeguards, not opposition.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Law Enforcement Probation & Parole

in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 1294: Detention facilities; prohibiting charges for certain calls. Effective date.

SB 1294 prohibits detention facilities in Oklahoma from charging fees for phone calls made by individuals held in those facilities. It specifically applies to facilities operated by the Office of Juvenile Affairs (for juvenile detention) and the Department of Corrections (for adult correctional facilities). The bill bans any fees or charges for placing phone calls from these facilities, directly affecting incarcerated individuals and their families who rely on communication. The law takes effect on November 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRemoves phone call fees in correctional facilities, promoting family contact to reduce recidivism and support rehabilitation - key criminal justice reform elements.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Juvenile Justice

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