House Bill No. 1563 seeks to amend the procedures for issuing criminal subpoenas for law enforcement records in Oklahoma, allowing both court clerks and attorneys to issue subpoenas while ensuring they do not impose undue burden or expense on individuals. The bill introduces new sections detailing the types of records that can be subpoenaed, such as body camera footage and incident reports, and establishes guidelines for document production, including reasonable copying fees. It also prohibits subpoenas for information related to human victims in criminal cases, aiming to enhance fairness and efficiency in the subpoena process.

Additionally, the bill amends existing statutes to update references and form requirements for subpoenas, introduces provisions for timely objections, and clarifies penalties for non-compliance. It specifies that court clerks are not required to testify unless their testimony is deemed material and necessary by the court, and it emphasizes the need for a specific finding regarding the materiality of their testimony. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.