Senate Bill No. 1100 amends Section 644 of Title 21 of the Oklahoma Statutes to enhance the legal framework surrounding domestic abuse. The bill mandates that courts require individuals convicted of domestic abuse to undergo assessments and participate in certified batterers intervention programs, which must be approved by the Attorney General. These programs are designed to last a minimum of 52 weeks, with an alternative option of 26 weeks under specific guidelines to ensure victim safety. The bill also introduces stricter penalties for various forms of domestic abuse, particularly for repeat offenders and those causing significant harm, while clarifying the definition of "in the presence of a child." Additionally, it provides immunity for judges who mandate treatment programs for domestic abusers and ensures that victims will not bear any costs related to the prosecution of their cases.

Furthermore, the bill modifies existing laws regarding the prosecution of domestic abuse, stalking, harassment, rape, and violations of protective orders. It requires prosecutors to present the court with the defendant's local history of past convictions related to these offenses within the last ten years before sentencing or plea agreements. The bill clarifies that guilty pleas or findings of guilt for specific violations will be treated as convictions for ten years following the completion of any probation, provided the individual has not been convicted of a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude or a felony during that period. It also defines "great bodily injury" to include serious physical harm and establishes that guilty pleas under relevant provisions will constitute a conviction for ten years post-sentence or probation. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 21-644
Floor (Senate): 21-644