House Bill No. 2131 amends Section 340 of Title 22 of the Oklahoma Statutes, focusing on the procedures surrounding grand jury transcripts. The bill introduces new limitations on the use and disclosure of grand jury transcripts, establishing that transcripts can only be used in specific legal contexts, such as grand jury proceedings, civil asset forfeiture related to grand jury indictments, or removal accusations. It mandates that any request for transcript release must be accompanied by a written motion and a hearing, which will be closed to the public unless the presiding judge determines otherwise. Additionally, attorneys who obtain these transcripts are restricted from representing parties in related civil cases and must adhere to strict confidentiality rules.

The bill also outlines penalties for violations of these provisions, classifying them as misdemeanors and potentially punishable as contempt. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining the secrecy of grand jury proceedings while allowing for necessary legal processes to occur concurrently with civil litigation. The effective date for this legislation is set for November 1, 2025.