This bill amends Section 1283 of Title 21 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which governs the possession of firearms by convicted felons and delinquents. The amendments include the definition of terms related to firearms, such as "sawed-off shotgun," "altered toy pistol," "altered air pistol," and "imitation pistol." The bill clarifies that it is unlawful for individuals convicted of felonies or adjudicated as delinquents to possess firearms for a specified period, with certain exceptions for those who have received pardons for nonviolent felonies. Additionally, it establishes penalties for violations of these provisions, including fines and revocation of handgun licenses.

The bill also specifies that individuals serving probation or under alternative court programs are prohibited from possessing firearms while under supervision. It includes provisions for the placement of delinquents in homes with certified peace officers and outlines the consequences for allowing prohibited individuals to access firearms. The effective date for this legislation is set for November 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 21-1283