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OK HB3966
OK HB3966Wrongful convictions; providing for retroactive application of wrongful conviction claims; effective date.
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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 wrongful convictions; amending 51 O.S. 2021, Section 154, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 292, O.S.L. 2025 (51 O.S. Supp. 2025, Section 154), which relates to The Governmental Tort Claims Act; providing for retroactive application of wrongful conviction claims; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill amends The Governmental Tort Claims Act, which outlines the limits of liability for the state and its political subdivisions in Oklahoma. Specifically, it provides for retroactive application of claims for wrongful criminal felony convictions resulting in imprisonment, meaning individuals who were wrongfully convicted and imprisoned may now be eligible for compensation for those convictions dating back to July 1, 1975, provided they have been pardoned based on actual innocence or have received judicial relief absolving them of guilt based on actual innocence. The bill also adjusts the effective date for certain provisions related to these claims to July 1, 2026, and clarifies that if the retroactive application is found unconstitutional, the prospective application will still be valid.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Rules (on 02/03/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb3966&Session=2600 |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/hB/HB3966%20INT.PDF |
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