Bill > SB970

This bill establishes new requirements for noncustodial parents regarding communication with custodial parents during situations where court-ordered visitation or other requirements cannot be met. Specifically, the bill mandates that a noncustodial parent must provide notice to the custodial parent if they are unable to comply with court-ordered obligations, but crucially, the noncustodial parent is not required to disclose the specific reason for their noncompliance unless otherwise ordered by the court. The bill appears to have particular relevance to situations involving in-patient mental health or substance abuse treatment, where a noncustodial parent might be temporarily unable to fulfill visitation requirements. If a noncustodial parent fails to provide notice as required, they may be found in indirect contempt of court. The legislation is set to become effective on November 1, 2025, and will be codified as Section 4-107b of Title 43A in the Oklahoma Statutes, providing a clear legal framework for communication between parents during challenging custody scenarios.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb970&Session=2600