Oklahoma SB2164 requires game wardens to obtain consent from property owners before entering private land without probable cause and clarifies that.
Oklahoma SB2164 amends the state's game warden regulations, requiring game wardens to obtain consent from property owners before entering private land without probable cause. The bill also establishes that the sound of gunshots alone does not constitute probable cause for a game warden to enter private property. This legislation aims to protect private property rights while ensuring game wardens can effectively enforce wildlife protection laws. The changes will take effect on November 1, 2026.
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