SB539

County sheriffs; prohibiting certain federal employees from taking certain actions without permission. Effective date. Emergency

Introduced·2/3/25
Int Text

Oklahoma SB539 prohibits federal employees from making arrests, searches, or seizures without county sheriff permission.

Oklahoma SB539 declares that federal employees lack the authority of a county sheriff in Oklahoma. It prohibits federal employees not designated as peace officers from making arrests, searches, or seizures without permission from the county sheriff or the Attorney General. Exceptions apply if the federal employee witnesses a crime requiring immediate arrest, the subject is a sheriff's office employee or elected official, or the federal employee has probable cause. The sheriff or Attorney General can deny permission for any reason.

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History

Feb 4, 2025

Senate

Second Reading referred to Judiciary

Feb 3, 2025

Senate

First Reading

Feb 3, 2025

Senate

Authored by Senator Deevers