Bill > HB1072

This bill amends Oklahoma's existing firearms restrictions by adding a new provision that prohibits individuals convicted of domestic violence misdemeanors or felonies from using, purchasing, or possessing firearms. The new language specifically bars such individuals from having firearms in their possession, in vehicles they are operating or riding in, or at their residence. The bill expands existing restrictions that previously applied only to convicted felons and delinquents, now explicitly including those with domestic violence convictions. The legislation defines various types of firearms and weapons covered by the restriction, such as pistols, machine guns, sawed-off shotguns, and other dangerous or deadly firearms. The bill also includes technical amendments like renumbering existing subsections to accommodate the new provision. The effective date for these changes is set for November 1, 2025, giving time for law enforcement and the judicial system to prepare for implementation. This legislation aims to further limit firearm access for individuals with a history of domestic violence, potentially reducing the risk of future violent incidents.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb1072&Session=2600