Lack of knowledge of the age of the victim of human trafficking now does not constitute a defense to human trafficking of a minor in Oklahoma. The change in law makes human trafficking of a minor a strict liability crime. If you engage in human trafficking of a minor in Oklahoma, you can be found guilty no matter what you thought the victim's age was—even if the victim lied … [Read more...] about Don’t Know Human Trafficking Victim’s Age – 2017 Oklahoma Laws #29
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New Trespass & Damage To Critical Infrastructure Law – 2017 Oklahoma Laws #28
It's now illegal to trespass or enter property containing a critical infrastructure facility without permission by the owner of the property or lawful occupant of it. This crime is a misdemeanor. The minimum fine is $1,000. The maximum punishment in the county jail is six months. This crime is a felony if the intent of the trespasser was to willfully damage, destroy, vandalize, … [Read more...] about New Trespass & Damage To Critical Infrastructure Law – 2017 Oklahoma Laws #28
Domestic Violence Court Program – 2017 Oklahoma Laws #27
Any district or municipal court of record of Oklahoma may now establish and maintain a domestic violence court program. The court will consolidate cases that arise in the context of a domestic violence incident. A "domestic violence court" is a specialized judicial process for domestic matters both civil and criminal in nature that arise out of the same family or domestic … [Read more...] about Domestic Violence Court Program – 2017 Oklahoma Laws #27
Handgun Added To Definitions In Self-Defense and Firearms Acts – 2017 Oklahoma Laws #25
Under the Oklahoma Firearms Act, a handgun is now the same thing as a pistol. The definition of those items changed from any firearm capable of discharging a projectile to any firearm capable of discharging single or multiple projectiles from a single round of ammunition. The pistol/handgun must still be composed of any material that may reasonably be expected to be able to … [Read more...] about Handgun Added To Definitions In Self-Defense and Firearms Acts – 2017 Oklahoma Laws #25
Motorcycle Concealed Carry – 2017 Oklahoma Laws #24
A motorcycle is now considered a motor vehicle for purposes of carrying a handgun in Oklahoma. The previous law referred to a "vehicle" in some parts of the statute and "motor vehicle" in others. This law ensures uniformity by referring to each (motor) vehicle as a "motor vehicle." Definition Of Motorcycle In Oklahoma A motorcycle in Oklahoma is defined is any motor vehicle … [Read more...] about Motorcycle Concealed Carry – 2017 Oklahoma Laws #24