Bill No. 1861 amends the Oklahoma Law on Obscenity and Child Pornography, specifically targeting offenses related to prostitution. The bill establishes penalties for individuals engaging in prostitution while knowingly infected with HIV, classifying it as a felony punishable by up to five years in prison. Additionally, it addresses child prostitution, imposing a felony charge with a maximum sentence of ten years and escalating fines for repeat offenses. The bill also includes provisions for enhanced penalties for violations occurring within proximity to schools or churches.

Key amendments include the insertion of specific statutory references for prostitution-related offenses and the reclassification of certain violations as felonies, particularly for those involving child prostitution and proximity to sensitive locations. The bill mandates that courts notify the county superintendent of public health upon conviction and sets an effective date of November 1, 2025.

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