HB3283

Crimes and punishments; modifying burden of proof requirement for forfeiture proceedings; effective date.

Introduced·2/2/26
Int Text

Oklahoma HB3283 modifies the burden of proof for forfeiture proceedings in criminal cases.

Oklahoma HB3283 amends the state's criminal seizure and forfeiture proceedings, specifically changing the burden of proof requirement. The bill stipulates that if no verified answer is filed within sixty days after notice of the seizure and intended forfeiture, the court may forfeit the property. It also outlines the distribution of proceeds from the sale of forfeited property, prioritizing the bona fide purchaser, conditional sales vendor, or mortgagee. The bill takes effect on November 1, 2026.

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Current
Rules Committee
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History

Feb 3

House

Second Reading referred to Rules

Feb 2

House

First Reading

Feb 2

House

Authored by Representative Hall