HB1574

Oklahoma HB1574 establishes the Office of Juvenile System Oversight to inspect and investigate children's institutions and facilities.

Oklahoma HB1574 creates the Office of Juvenile System Oversight to inspect and investigate state-operated and privately-operated children's institutions and facilities. The Office is tasked with conducting regular, periodic, unannounced inspections and reviewing reports from the State Fire Marshal and the Department of Health. It also investigates complaints filed with the Office regarding the children and youth service system. The Office can examine and copy records and budgets, interview residents, subpoena witnesses, and hold public hearings.