SB2181

Oklahoma SB2181 prohibits child stealing and establishes it as a felony offense with specific penalties.

Oklahoma SB2181 creates a felony offense for knowingly and willfully removing, enticing, or withholding a child under eighteen years old to interfere with lawful custody. The bill also doubles the previous fine amount for such offenses. It introduces a graduated fine schedule, with the first offense carrying a $500 fine and each subsequent offense increasing the fine. The bill repeals existing child stealing laws and codifies the new provisions, effective from the date of enactment.