HB1273

Oklahoma HB1273 amends domestic violence laws to include alternative batterers' intervention programs and update review hearing procedures.

Oklahoma HB1273 amends the state's domestic violence laws by introducing alternative batterers' intervention programs. These programs, certified by the Office of the Attorney General, must last a minimum of twenty-six weeks and prioritize victim safety. The bill also updates review hearing procedures, allowing courts to set subsequent hearings as necessary to ensure defendants comply with treatment requirements. The court retains jurisdiction over defendants during the course of ordered counseling through the final review hearing. The act becomes effective November 1, 2025.