House Bill No. 1222 amends Oklahoma law concerning driving under the influence (DUI) offenses and the bail conditions for individuals arrested for such violations. The bill mandates that individuals arrested for a second or subsequent DUI must be granted bail by a magistrate or judge, with the court required to consider the individual's dependency on alcohol or controlled substances and their potential threat to public safety when determining bail amounts. Additionally, it removes the previous requirement for drug and alcohol testing for drivers involved in accidents resulting in injury or death, streamlining the process for providing assistance at the scene. The bill also modifies the requirements for written statements related to blood withdrawal in DUI cases.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new procedures for individuals sentenced to imprisonment regarding substance abuse treatment and evaluation, requiring processing through the Lexington Assessment and Reception Center. Successful completion of a Department-approved substance abuse treatment program can satisfy the requirement for additional alcohol and drug courses. The bill also includes provisions for electronic monitoring for felony violations, establishes a $100 assessment fee for drug abuse education and treatment, and allows blood withdrawal under exigent circumstances without an arrest. Liability protections for medical personnel involved in blood testing are clarified, and the costs of blood collection will be covered by law enforcement, with potential reimbursement added to court costs if the individual is convicted. The bill is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 47-752
Floor (House): 47-752
Floor (Senate): 47-752
Engrossed: 47-752
Enrolled (final version): 47-752