OK SB373

Increases minimum fine for public assistance fraud from $100 to $500 and maximum fine from $1,000 to $5,000 for general violations under Section 26.18.

Changes misdemeanor offense to felony for fraudulent assistance claims of $500 or less, with maximum fine increased from $500 to $1,000 and maximum jail time of 3 months.

Increases felony penalties for fraud exceeding $500 from maximum $5,000 fine to $10,000 fine and maintains imprisonment up to 2 years.

Applies to persons who obtain assistance through false statements, fraudulent devices, or improper use of electronic benefits cards for TANF or other Department of Human Services programs.

Becomes effective November 1, 2011.