The petitioner (victim) in a victim protective order may now get their wireless telephone numbers and utility account transferred and billed to themselves without divulging their address to the account holder. This situation may arise when the perpetrator is paying for the victim's service. The bill's goal is to ensure that a petitioner can maintain an existing wireless … [Read more...] about Domestic Abuse Victims Can Transfer Wireless Phone Numbers & Utilities – 2017 Oklahoma Laws #10
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Oklahoma Legislature Jacks Up More Fees On Defendants – 2017 Oklahoma Laws #9
Since defendants apparently aren't being charged enough in fees already, our legislature has decided to double the Forensic Science Improvement Assessment. It went to $10 on November 1, 2017. This applies to any person convicted of any offense, including traffic offenses, but excluding parking and standing violations, punishable by a fine of $10.00 or more or by incarceration, … [Read more...] about Oklahoma Legislature Jacks Up More Fees On Defendants – 2017 Oklahoma Laws #9
Change To Statute Of Limitations For Child Sexual Abuse Victims – 2017 Oklahoma Laws #8
The statute of limitations for victims of child sexual abuse, exploitation, or incest is now the 45th birthday of the alleged victim. Previously, it was within two years of the alleged act or within two years of the time the victim discovered or reasonably should have discovered that the injury or condition was caused by the act or that the act caused the injury for which the … [Read more...] about Change To Statute Of Limitations For Child Sexual Abuse Victims – 2017 Oklahoma Laws #8
Military 21 & Older Can Carry Handgun Without Permit – Oklahoma Laws In 2017 #7
Active military personnel, members of the Reserve, and members of the National Guard who are 21 and older may now carry concealed or unconcealed handguns without a handgun permit. This includes members of the Guard and Reserve on drill status, Active Guard Reserves, and Military Technicians. The military ID card is considered a valid handgun license issued pursuant to the … [Read more...] about Military 21 & Older Can Carry Handgun Without Permit – Oklahoma Laws In 2017 #7
Minors Prohibited From Using Tanning Facilities – Oklahoma Laws In 2017 #6
It's now illegal for minors to use a tanning bed in a tanning salon. Any tanning facility or operator that violates this law will be subject to a civil penalty. Kids can still continue to get a spray tan with reckless abandon. SB 765 created 63 O.S. § 7302. It became effective November 1, 2017. The owner of a "tanning facility" is required to post a notice that states all of … [Read more...] about Minors Prohibited From Using Tanning Facilities – Oklahoma Laws In 2017 #6