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HB 3267

Crimes and punishments; Class C2 felony offenses; making certain acts unlawful; effective date.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Avery Frix and 1 co-sponsor

Oklahoma bill HB 3267 creates new Class C2 felony offenses for unspecified criminal acts, escalating penalties for designated conduct through the state's criminal code.

Authored by Senator Frix (principal Senate author)
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Bill Summary · HB 3267

Legislative bill overview

HB 3267 designates certain acts as Class C2 felony offenses in Oklahoma's criminal code. The bill is currently in early legislative stages, having received a "Do Pass" recommendation from the Criminal Judiciary committee and is now under review by the Judiciary and Public Safety Oversight committee. The specific acts being criminalized are not detailed in the available legislative record.

Why is this important

Creating new felony classifications directly affects criminal sentencing, incarceration rates, and individuals' long-term legal consequences including employment, housing, and voting rights. Class C2 felonies carry specific statutory penalties that will apply to anyone convicted under this new law, potentially impacting Oklahoma's criminal justice system and prison population.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency in available records: The specific criminal acts being elevated to Class C2 felony status are not publicly documented in accessible bill summaries, making it difficult for constituents and policymakers to evaluate the proposal's merit
  • Felony designation scope: Depending on what conduct is criminalized, the bill may create disproportionate penalties for certain offenses or populations, raising proportionality concerns
  • Prosecution and enforcement implications: New felony categories expand prosecutorial discretion and could increase criminal caseloads, with potential resource and equity implications

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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