This bill amends Section 1289.16 of Title 21 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which pertains to the felony of pointing firearms. The amendment expands the scope of lawful pointing of firearms to include individuals who possess a valid handgun license issued under the Oklahoma Self-Defense Act. Additionally, it clarifies that it is lawful to point a firearm, knife, or other deadly weapon in specific situations, such as self-defense, defense of property, or during certain performances like plays or rodeos. The bill also maintains the prohibition against willfully pointing a weapon at another person without lawful cause, emphasizing that such actions intended to threaten or injure are unlawful.

The bill removes the previous language that allowed for pointing firearms during specific performances and replaces it with a broader inclusion of individuals with valid handgun licenses. The effective date for this legislation is set for November 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 21-1289.16