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OK SB1976
OK SB1976Crimes and punishments; obscenity and child pornography; modifying elements of offenses. Effective date.
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Introduced
02/05/2024
02/05/2024
In Committee
02/06/2024
02/06/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/31/2024
05/31/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to crimes and punishments; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1024.1, 1024.2, and 1040.8, which relate to obscenity and child pornography; defining term; providing severability clause; authorizing civil action; providing elements of certain award; modifying elements of felony offense; providing certain construction; modifying elements of misdemeanor offense; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill amends Oklahoma laws related to obscenity and child pornography. It defines "unlawful pornography" to include various forms of sexual depictions, and establishes a civil cause of action for producing or distributing such material that lacks serious purpose or value. The bill also modifies elements of felony and misdemeanor offenses related to possessing or distributing obscene materials and child pornography. The bill includes severability provisions to preserve constitutional applications. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2024.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Judiciary (on 02/06/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb1976&Session=2400 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Senate: Introduced | http://webserver1.lsb.state.ok.us/cf_pdf/2023-24%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/Senate/SB1976%20INT%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| BillText | http://webserver1.lsb.state.ok.us/cf_pdf/2023-24%20INT/SB/SB1976%20INT.PDF |
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