The bill amends Section 1, Chapter 175 of the Oklahoma Statutes to prohibit the establishment of unauthorized camps on state-owned, county-owned, or municipal-owned lands. An "unauthorized camp" is defined as any tent, shelter, or bedding set up for overnight use on property not designated as a campsite. The legislation aims to address the issue of unauthorized camping on public lands by expanding the scope of prohibited areas to include county and municipal properties.
Additionally, the bill outlines penalties for violations, classifying them as misdemeanors punishable by a fine of up to $50 or imprisonment for up to 15 days. However, first-time offenders will receive a warning and will not be cited unless they refuse assistance from law enforcement, which may include transportation to shelters or food pantries. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.