HB2818

Firearms; clarifying scope of and exception to certain unlawful act; emergency.

Complete·5/15/25

Oklahoma HB2818 amends firearm laws to clarify exceptions for pointing firearms and defensive force use.

Oklahoma HB2818 amends Oklahoma Statutes to clarify the scope of and exceptions to unlawful acts involving firearms. It specifies that pointing a firearm at another person is unlawful unless done in self-defense or to defend property. The bill also outlines situations where the use of defensive force is justified, including against intruders in homes or businesses. It removes mandatory minimum sentencing and handgun license revocation for certain violations. The bill declares an emergency, effective immediately upon passage and approval.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

39 Yea

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7 Nay

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1 Absent

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History

May 15, 2025

House

Approved by Governor 05/14/2025

May 12, 2025

House

Enrolled, signed, to Senate

May 12, 2025

Senate

Enrolled measure signed, returned to House