Senate Bill No. 1226 amends existing Oklahoma motor vehicle laws, specifically Sections 10-103 and 10-106, to expand the criteria under which a driver must remain at the scene of an accident or notify authorities. The bill introduces gender-neutral language and updates statutory language for clarity. In Section 10-103, the language is modified to specify that a driver involved in an accident resulting in damage to property or a vehicle must stop at the scene and fulfill certain requirements. It also establishes penalties for failing to comply, including a misdemeanor charge and potential fines or imprisonment, as well as civil liability for damages.

In Section 10-106, the bill requires drivers involved in accidents that only cause damage to fixtures or property adjacent to public or private roads to take reasonable steps to notify the property owner. Similar to Section 10-103, it outlines penalties for non-compliance. The effective date for this legislation is set for November 1, 2026.