The bill amends various sections of the Oklahoma Statutes, focusing on the classification and penalties for criminal offenses, particularly Class B5 and Class D1. It introduces new classifications for crimes such as assault, domestic abuse, and offenses against law enforcement animals, while repealing the previous classification concerning the intentional spreading of infectious diseases. The bill also updates the legal language for clarity and conformity with current standards, allowing for petitions under specific circumstances, providing credit for time served, and prohibiting certain resentencing terms. Additionally, it establishes a tiered class level system for inmates based on behavior and performance, with specific criteria for earned credits and provisions for the restoration of lost credits.

Furthermore, the bill includes significant updates to the numbering of various offenses, ensuring that all legal references are correctly sequenced and easily accessible. It specifies penalties for Class D1 offenses, allowing for a maximum of five years for first-time offenders and up to ten years for those with multiple prior convictions. The legislation also mandates that the Department of Corrections maintain accurate records of inmates' accumulated time and performance, with evaluations conducted every four months. The bill sets an effective date of January 1, 2026, for the new regulations and includes provisions for educational and vocational training credits, enhancing the overall legal framework surrounding criminal offenses and inmate management in Oklahoma.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 57-138, 21-1192, 21-1192.1