Senate Bill No. 869 amends Section 1031 of Title 21 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which pertains to the punishment for violations related to prostitution. The bill modifies the penalty provisions for certain offenses, creating a new felony offense for individuals violating specific provisions of subsection A of Section 1029. Under the new law, individuals convicted of these violations will face varying penalties, including imprisonment ranging from 30 days to 2 years, and fines that increase with subsequent convictions. Additionally, the bill establishes harsher penalties for individuals who engage in prostitution while knowingly infected with HIV, as well as for those involved in child sex trafficking, with potential prison sentences of up to 10 years.

The bill also includes provisions for individuals violating prostitution laws within 1,000 feet of a school or church, categorizing these offenses as felonies punishable by imprisonment for up to 5 years. The language of the statute has been updated to reflect these changes, including the replacement of "prostitution" with "sex trafficking" in certain contexts. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 21-1031
Floor (Senate): 21-1031