This bill amends existing laws related to crimes and punishments in Oklahoma, specifically addressing Class B6 offenses and stalking. It updates statutory references and adds new offenses to the Class B6 category, which will include actions such as mistreating police animals, assaulting correctional employees, and stalking. The bill specifies that these changes will take effect on or after January 1, 2026. Additionally, it modifies the definition of stalking, categorizing it as a Class B6 felony offense, and outlines the penalties for various degrees of stalking offenses, which can range from three to twenty-five years of imprisonment depending on the severity and frequency of the offenses.

Furthermore, the bill repeals a previous version of the stalking statute and introduces new legal language that clarifies the use of monitoring devices, such as GPS, in the context of stalking. It specifies that tracking an individual's movement without consent constitutes stalking, while also allowing for lawful uses of such devices under certain conditions. The bill aims to enhance the legal framework surrounding these offenses, ensuring that victims are better protected and that penalties are clearly defined. The effective date for the implementation of these changes is set for November 1, 2026.

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Introduced: 21-1173