House Bill No. 1563 seeks to amend the procedures for issuing criminal subpoenas in Oklahoma, allowing both court clerks and attorneys to issue subpoenas while ensuring that they do not impose undue burden or expense on individuals. The bill introduces new sections detailing the types of law enforcement records that can be subpoenaed, such as body camera footage and incident reports, and establishes guidelines for document production and handling objections. Importantly, it prohibits subpoenas for information related to human victims in state-prosecuted criminal cases. The bill also updates existing statutes to refine statutory references and form requirements, emphasizing reasonable compliance time and allowing sanctions for non-compliance.

Furthermore, the bill amends Sections 715 and 716 of Title 22 of the Oklahoma Statutes, clarifying that court clerks are not required to testify in court unless deemed necessary by a court finding. It modifies the language regarding the consequences of failing to obey a subpoena, introducing the phrase "without adequate excuse" to specify conditions for contempt. The previous provisions for punishment have been replaced with a general statement that disobedience may be considered criminal contempt, aligning enforcement with court procedures. The act is scheduled to take effect on November 1, 2025.