The bill amends Section 547.1 of Title 19 of the Oklahoma Statutes, specifically addressing the duties and liabilities of sheriffs, deputy sheriffs, and reserve deputy sheriffs. It authorizes these officers to perform assigned duties outside of their county of employment, ensuring they retain the same powers and responsibilities as if they were working within their home county. The bill clarifies that liability for their actions while performing these duties remains with the county where the officer is regularly employed, and that salaries, insurance, and benefits will continue to be provided by that county.

Additionally, the bill removes references to specific events, such as the National Sheriffs Association annual conference in June 2024, and eliminates a provision that would have terminated the assigned duties on July 1, 2024. The updated language aims to modernize the statute and provide clearer guidelines for the responsibilities of county law enforcement officers. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 19-547
Floor (House): 19-547.1
Floor (Senate): 19-547
Engrossed: 19-547.1
Enrolled (final version): 19-547.1