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HB 4140

Crimes and punishments; modifying elements of grand larceny and receiving stolen property; effective date.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Kelly Hines and 1 co-sponsor

HB 4140 modifies Oklahoma's grand larceny and receiving stolen property statutes, altering criminal elements and definitions to adjust prosecution and penalties for theft-related offenses.

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Bill Summary · HB 4140

Legislative bill overview

HB 4140 modifies the statutory elements and definitions associated with grand larceny and receiving stolen property crimes in Oklahoma. The bill adjusts how these offenses are classified and prosecuted, though the specific modifications are not detailed in the available action history. The effective date provision indicates when these changes would take force if enacted.

Why is this important

Changes to larceny and theft statutes directly affect criminal prosecution, sentencing guidelines, and what constitutes criminal liability for property crimes. These modifications could impact both defendant rights and law enforcement's ability to prosecute theft cases, making it relevant to criminal justice stakeholders, courts, and the public's understanding of what conduct is prosecutable.

Potential points of contention

  • Threshold adjustments: Any changes to dollar amount thresholds distinguishing grand from petit larceny affect which cases receive felony prosecution and potential prison time versus misdemeanor treatment
  • Receiving stolen property standards: Modifications to knowledge requirements or intent standards could expand or narrow criminal liability for people unknowingly or tangentially involved with stolen goods
  • Sentencing disparities: Reclassifying offense elements may create inconsistencies with federal law or other states' approaches, or affect sentencing ranges disproportionately affecting certain populations

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

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