SB1607

Sentencing of juveniles; prohibiting imposition of certain terms of imprisonment for certain persons. Effective date.

Introduced·2/2/26
Int Text

Oklahoma SB1607 modifies sentencing rules for juveniles, prohibiting certain imprisonment terms for specific offenses.

Oklahoma SB1607 amends sentencing rules for juveniles, prohibiting certain imprisonment terms for specific offenses. It allows courts to depart from mandatory minimum sentences under certain conditions, such as when the offense is not necessary for public protection or when the defendant is eligible for alternative sentencing. The bill also updates statutory references and specifies that youthful offenders must be tried as adults in subsequent criminal proceedings. The changes become effective November 1, 2026.

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Current
Judiciary Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 3

Senate

Second Reading referred to Judiciary

Feb 2

Senate

First Reading

Feb 2

Senate

Authored by Senator Nice