This bill introduces a new section to the Oklahoma Statutes that allows certain offenders on probation to earn credits that can reduce their probation term. Specifically, offenders who successfully complete their first year of supervised probation or an educational advancement activity, such as obtaining a high school diploma or vocational training certificate, can earn credits equal to one-quarter of their probation length. However, individuals convicted of specific serious offenses are excluded from this eligibility. The supervising agency is responsible for maintaining records of earned credits and must notify offenders of their projected probation termination date at least once a year.
Additionally, the bill mandates that the supervising agency inform the court when an offender meets the conditions for a reduction in their probation term, which includes satisfying restitution and nonmonetary conditions. Upon receiving this information, the court is required to modify the probation length accordingly. The Department of Corrections and supervising agencies are tasked with developing policies and procedures for implementing these earned credits. Offenders who are no longer under supervision but have completed educational activities can also file a motion with the court for a reduction in their probation term. The bill is set to take effect on November 1, 2026.