Bill > SB1608

This bill, the Mary Rippy Violent Crime Offenders Registration Act, modifies the scope of requirements for certain registries, specifically the Oklahoma Sex Offender Registry and the Mary Rippy Violent Crime Offenders Registry, by updating statutory language regarding public access to these registries. It clarifies that individuals, businesses, and organizations can search these registries to verify a person's suitability for employment or volunteering, and to screen individuals who may pose a risk to children. The bill outlines three methods for conducting these searches: contacting the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation, performing a free online search, or contacting local law enforcement or the Department of Corrections. Importantly, the bill expands the information available in a name search to include the searched person's current residence, school location, and employer, and mandates that the registries be searchable by school and employer, aiming to enhance public safety by providing more comprehensive information for risk assessment. This act is set to become effective on November 1, 2026.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb1608&Session=2600