Bill > HB1153

This bill modifies Oklahoma's existing law on obscenity and child sexual abuse material by increasing criminal penalties. Specifically, the bill changes the punishment for distributing obscene materials from a misdemeanor to a felony, with offenders now facing imprisonment in the Department of Corrections for a minimum of one year (and up to three years), and/or a fine of at least $2,000. For offenses involving child sexual abuse material, the bill maintains the existing severe penalties, which include imprisonment for 3-20 years and/or a fine of at least $10,000 for a first offense. Repeat offenders will face even harsher consequences, with potential imprisonment of 10-30 years and/or a fine of at least $20,000. The bill also maintains the requirement that individuals convicted of these offenses must register as a sex offender. The law will become effective on November 1, 2025, and applies to various forms of obscene or sexually explicit material, including printed materials, electronic media, and visual representations that are deemed harmful or inappropriate.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb1153&Session=2600