Bill > HB1193

This bill modifies the notification requirements for habitual or aggravated sex offenders in Oklahoma by expanding the list of individuals and entities that local law enforcement authorities must notify. Previously, authorities could notify whomever they deemed appropriate, but now they are mandated to inform the offender's family, prior victims, residential neighbors, churches, community parks, schools, convenience stores, businesses frequented by children, nursing facilities, specialized facilities, residential care homes, continuum-of-care facilities, assisted living centers, adult day care facilities, and a newspaper of general circulation in the offender's area. The bill also allows for notification to any other person or business deemed appropriate by local law enforcement. The information that can be shared includes the offender's physical address, description, vehicle information, probation/parole conditions, method of offense, photograph, and contact information for their supervising officer. This change aims to increase public awareness and safety by providing more comprehensive information about these offenders to a wider range of the community.