SB1753

Emergency custody of children; modifying burden of proof for certain court finding. Effective date.

Introduced·2/2/26
Int Text

Oklahoma SB1753 modifies the burden of proof for certain court findings in emergency custody hearings for children.

Oklahoma SB1753 amends the emergency custody process for children by updating statutory language to modify the burden of proof for certain court findings. The bill requires the Department of Human Services to identify relatives within 30 days of a child's removal and notify specified relatives about the child's placement options. It also mandates the creation of an affidavit form for parents or guardians to list relatives and other suitable persons for potential placement. The bill takes effect on November 1, 2026.

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Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
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 Jett