SB 871
Crimes and punishments; required service of minimum percentage of sentence; modifying statutory references to certain criminal offenses. Effective date.
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Bill overview
This bill updates Oklahoma law regarding prison sentences for certain crimes, specifically focusing on modifying how the state calculates and enforces the amount of time offenders must serve before becoming eligible for parole. It clarifies references to specific criminal offenses within the state’s criminal code, aiming to ensure consistency and accuracy in sentencing guidelines. The bill also addresses penalties for eluding law enforcement officers, adjusting the required service of a minimum percentage of a sentence for those offenses. It was passed by the Senate with amendments.
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