Senate Bill No. 882 amends Oklahoma law concerning driving under the influence (DUI) offenses and the conditions for bail for individuals arrested for such offenses. The bill requires that individuals arrested for a second or subsequent DUI violation must be granted bail by a magistrate or judge, with the court required to consider evidence of the individual's dependency on alcohol or controlled substances when determining bail conditions. Additionally, if the individual poses a threat to public safety, the court must provide written findings regarding the bail amount. The bill also modifies existing laws related to driver responsibilities in accidents, removes the requirement for drug and alcohol testing after certain accidents, and updates the language to be gender-neutral.

Moreover, the bill mandates participation in an alcohol and drug substance abuse evaluation and assessment program for individuals found guilty of DUI violations, along with attendance at a victims impact panel program. It allows for electronic monitoring for felony violations and imposes a $100 assessment fee to be deposited into the Drug Abuse Education and Treatment Revolving Fund. The bill enhances penalties for DUI violations committed while transporting a child and modifies blood withdrawal procedures, allowing for blood to be drawn without signed consent under exigent circumstances. It also clarifies the responsibilities of law enforcement regarding blood specimen collection costs and ensures the admissibility of test results in civil actions and administrative hearings related to driving privileges, with an effective date of November 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 47-752
Floor (Senate): 47-752