Senate Bill No. 369 amends Section 650 of Title 21 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which pertains to aggravated assault and battery against peace officers. The bill modifies the scope of unlawful acts by defining specific actions that constitute aggravated assault and battery against law enforcement personnel, including physical contact with an officer's firearm and strangulation. It updates the penalties for such offenses, establishing that individuals convicted of aggravated assault and battery against a peace officer resulting in maiming will face imprisonment for a minimum of five years and up to life, along with potential fines of up to $5,000.
Additionally, the bill clarifies the definition of "strangulation" in relation to these offenses, aligning it with existing statutory language. The changes aim to enhance the legal framework surrounding the protection of law enforcement officers while they perform their duties. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.