This bill amends Section 952 of Title 22 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which outlines the grounds for granting new trials in criminal cases. The amendments introduce gender-neutral language by replacing male pronouns with "or her" and "the defendant" in various instances. Additionally, the bill modifies the circumstances under which a new trial may be granted, adding a new provision that allows for a new trial if fraudulent evidence is submitted or if there is misconduct or abuse of discretion by the court or the state that prevents the defendant from receiving a fair trial.

The bill retains existing grounds for new trials, such as issues related to jury conduct, misdirection by the court, and newly discovered evidence. It also specifies that when a motion for a new trial is based on newly discovered evidence, the defendant must provide affidavits or testimony to support the claim. The effective date for this act is set for November 1, 2026.