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This bill amends the Second Amendment Sanctuary State Act, primarily expanding the authority of county sheriffs and strengthening protections for firearm ownership rights in Oklahoma. The bill empowers county sheriffs to arrest federal employees, contractors, agents, or law enforcement officers who attempt to enforce firearm regulations that the state considers an infringement on Second Amendment rights. It reinforces the state's preemption of any federal regulations that might restrict firearm ownership, specifically focusing on regulations from the National Firearms Act and the Gun Control Act that were in place as of April 26, 2021. The bill defines key terms like "arms" (including firearms, parts, accessories, and ammunition), "infringement" (any law that reduces firearm ownership rights), and "law-abiding citizen" (a person legally allowed to possess a firearm). It also establishes significant penalties for violations, including potential felony charges with up to one year in county jail and/or a fine of up to $30,000. The legislation aims to protect what it considers fundamental firearm ownership rights by creating strong legal barriers against potential federal restrictions. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2025.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb414&Session=2600