Oklahoma SB1609 allows certain statements made by victims of poisoning, shooting, or assault with intent to kill to be admissible in court.
Oklahoma SB1609 amends the Oklahoma Evidence Code to permit the admissibility of statements made by victims of poisoning, shooting, or assault with intent to kill. These statements must be made to a law enforcement officer or on an application for a protective order within one week of the incident. The bill codifies this provision in Section 2803.4 of Title 12 of the Oklahoma Statutes, effective November 1, 2026.
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