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Bill > HB2991
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to criminal procedure; amending 22 O.S. 2021, Section 2002, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 327, O.S.L. 2025 (22 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 2002), which relates to the Oklahoma Criminal Discovery Code; increasing time limitation for disclosing certain information concerning informants; increasing time limitation for completing discovery issues prior to trial; providing gender-neutral language; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Oklahoma Criminal Discovery Code to increase the time allowed for certain disclosures in criminal cases. Specifically, it extends the deadline for the state to disclose information about jailhouse informants, such as their criminal history and any deals made with them, from ten days to sixty days before trial. It also extends the general deadline for completing all discovery issues before a trial from ten days to sixty days. Additionally, the bill updates language to be gender-neutral and sets an effective date of November 1, 2026. The Oklahoma Criminal Discovery Code outlines the rules for how both the prosecution and the defense must share evidence and information with each other before a trial to ensure a fair process.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Criminal Judiciary (on 02/03/2026)
Official Document
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb2991&Session=2600 |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/hB/HB2991%20INT.PDF |
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