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OK SB959
OK SB959Firearms; making exception for medical marijuana card holder; prohibiting certain denial. Effective date.
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Introduced
02/04/2019
02/04/2019
In Committee
02/25/2019
02/25/2019
Crossed Over
02/27/2020
02/27/2020
Passed
Dead
05/29/2020
05/29/2020
Introduced Session
2020 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to firearms; amending 21 O.S. 2011, Section 1289.9, as amended by Section 14, Chapter 259, O.S.L. 2012 (21 O.S. Supp. 2019, Section 1289.9), which relates to carrying weapons under the influence of alcohol; modifying inclusions; amending 21 O.S. 2011, Section 1290.11, as last amended by Section 6, Chapter 406, O.S.L. 2019 (21 O.S. Supp. 2019, Section 1290.11), which relates to eligibility for a handgun license; making certain exception for medical marijuana card holder; and prohibiting certain denial.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing laws related to firearms and handgun licenses in Oklahoma. Specifically, it modifies the law on carrying weapons while under the influence to include an exception for medical marijuana card holders. Additionally, it prohibits the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation from denying an otherwise qualified applicant a handgun license solely on the basis of the applicant holding a valid medical marijuana patient license. The bill aims to provide legal protections for medical marijuana patients with regards to firearm possession and usage.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Second Reading, direct to Calendar (on 05/06/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb959&Session=2000 |
| BillText | http://webserver1.lsb.state.ok.us/cf_pdf/2019-20%20FLR/HFLR/SB959%20HFLR.PDF |
| BillText | http://webserver1.lsb.state.ok.us/cf_pdf/2019-20%20ENGR/SB/SB959%20ENGR.PDF |
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