OK HB2983

Amends Oklahoma Antiterrorism Act (21 O.S. Supp. 2009, Section 1268.1) by adding definitions for biochemical assault, biochemical terrorism, financial institutions, financial transactions, monetary instruments, proceeds, terrorism hoax, and terrorist activity.

Renames and expands the "Oklahoma Corrupt Organizations Prevention Act" to the "Oklahoma Racketeer-Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act" with updated statutory references and gender-neutral language.

Adds new felony crimes for financial transactions involving terrorism proceeds (21 O.S. Section 1268.7) and use of money services businesses to facilitate terrorism (21 O.S. Section 1268.8), each punishable by 2-10 years imprisonment or fines up to $50,000.

Expands the definition of racketeering activity to include human trafficking, illegal aliens, organized voter fraud, and terrorism offenses; clarifies forfeiture procedures, lien notice provisions, and civil remedies available to the Attorney General and district attorneys.

Effective date: November 1, 2010.