Clarifies and updates language in Oklahoma law regarding eluding peace officers.
Oklahoma HB1993 amends Section 540A of Title 21 to clarify the scope of the unlawful act of eluding peace officers. It updates the language to include specific types of signals and lights used by peace officers. A first violation of eluding peace officers is a misdemeanor, while a second or subsequent violation is a felony. The act also increases penalties for endangering others during the eluding act. The changes take effect on November 1, 2025.
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