The bill amends the Protection from Domestic Abuse Act, specifically updating the penalties for violations of protective orders as outlined in 22 O.S. 2021, Section 60.6. Key modifications include changing the classification of certain offenses from misdemeanors to Class D1 felonies, particularly for repeat offenders and those who cause physical injury to the plaintiff or others named in the protective order. The bill also introduces a minimum term of imprisonment for these offenses, ranging from six months to three years, and establishes mandatory counseling and treatment requirements for defendants, including a minimum of 52 weeks in a domestic abuse treatment program.

Additionally, the bill repeals a previous version of Section 60.6 and includes new provisions for GPS monitoring of defendants, as well as clarifying that only defendants can be held liable for violations of protective orders. It also specifies that any guilty pleas or findings of guilt related to violations will count as convictions for ten years, impacting future sentencing considerations. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 22-60.6