SB2100

Oklahoma SB2100 modifies the elements of false reporting crimes and specifies punishments for such offenses.

Oklahoma SB2100 amends the law to address malicious false reporting of crimes, which endangers innocent persons, diverts resources, undermines public trust, and causes harm. The bill creates a felony offense for knowingly making a false report accusing someone of a felony, with punishments mirroring those of the falsely reported crime. It also modifies the misdemeanor offense for falsely reporting a crime or circumstances indicating a crime, punishable by up to 90 days in jail, a fine of up to $500, or both. The act becomes effective November 1, 2026.