HB3497

Criminal procedure; appeals taken by the state or municipality; clarification; effective date.

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Oklahoma HB3497 clarifies when the state or a municipality can appeal to the Court of Criminal Appeals.

Oklahoma HB3497 amends the Oklahoma Statutes to clarify the conditions under which the state or a municipality can appeal to the Court of Criminal Appeals. The bill specifies that appeals can be taken in cases where the defendant is acquitted, the judgment is arrested, a question is reserved, or there is insufficient evidence. Priority is given to appeals related to immunity or non-subjection to prosecution. The act becomes effective November 1, 2026.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

45 Yea

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0 Nay

3 Absent

DDR

Calendar

Apr 7

1:30 PM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

Feb 26

10:30 AM

House Judiciary and Public Safety Oversight Hearing

History

May 4

House

Approved by Governor 05/01/2026

Apr 28

Senate

General Order, Considered

Apr 28

Senate

Measure passed: Ayes: 45 Nays: 0