Bill > SB864

This bill modifies the Oklahoma Sex Offenders Registration Act by updating several key provisions related to sex offender registration requirements. The bill clarifies and expands the circumstances under which individuals must register as sex offenders, including those convicted in other jurisdictions or with deferred judgments for specific sexual crimes. It introduces two significant new restrictions: first, prohibiting plea agreements that would allow an offender to avoid sex offender registration, and second, establishing that sealing a criminal record does not remove the registration requirement. Additionally, the bill mandates that registered sex offenders are prohibited from having any contact with individuals under 18 years old, including their own children. The bill also updates some terminology, such as changing "child pornography" to "child sexual abuse material" and standardizing language throughout the statute. The changes will take effect on November 1, 2025, and aim to strengthen protections against sexual offenses by ensuring more comprehensive tracking and restrictions on individuals with a history of sexual crimes.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb864&Session=2600