Senate Bill No. 607 introduces a new section to the Oklahoma Evidence Code, specifically Section 2803.3 of Title 12, which addresses the admissibility of certain statements related to domestic abuse. The bill stipulates that statements made by victims of domestic abuse to law enforcement officers, in applications for protective orders, or as testimony during hearings, will be admissible in various legal proceedings. These statements must be made within one week of the incident and can be used in pre-trial or post-trial criminal and juvenile delinquent prosecutions, including preliminary hearings and hearings related to probation or deferred judgments.

The bill aims to enhance the legal framework surrounding domestic abuse cases by ensuring that timely statements from victims are considered in court, thereby potentially strengthening the prosecution's case. The effective date for this legislation is set for November 1, 2025.