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SB 1467

Criminal justice data; requiring sharing of certain information upon request. Effective date.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Julie Daniels and 1 co-sponsor

Oklahoma SB 1467 requires criminal justice agencies to share certain data upon request, improving inter-agency coordination but raising privacy and implementation concerns.

Coauthored by Representative Osburn (principal House author)
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Bill Summary · SB 1467

Legislative bill overview

SB 1467 mandates the sharing of criminal justice data between agencies upon request, establishing protocols for information exchange within Oklahoma's criminal justice system. The bill appears designed to improve data transparency and coordination among law enforcement, prosecution, and correctional agencies by requiring disclosure of certain criminal justice information when formally requested.

Why is this important

Criminal justice data sharing affects case outcomes, public safety decisions, and defendant rights. Improved information flow can prevent duplicate investigations, enhance prosecution efficiency, and ensure defendants have access to relevant evidence, while also raising questions about privacy protections and implementation costs across multiple agencies.

Potential points of contention

  • Privacy and confidentiality standards: The bill's language on "certain information" lacks specificity about which data types are shareable, potentially creating conflicts with victim privacy, juvenile records protections, and ongoing investigation confidentiality
  • Implementation burden and costs: Multiple agencies (police, prosecutors, courts, corrections) must develop new data-sharing infrastructure and protocols, with unclear funding mechanisms or compliance timelines
  • Definition and scope ambiguity: Without clear legislative intent regarding "upon request" procedures, the bill could face interpretive disputes about mandatory vs. discretionary sharing, request procedures, and access limitations

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

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