HB 2550 Summary

• Modifies Oklahoma's Self-Defense Act to allow licensees to carry handguns either concealed or unconcealed (previously limited to concealed carry only).

• Updates terminology throughout statute from "concealed handgun license" to descriptions allowing both concealed and unconcealed carry, affecting approximately 45 sections of state law.

• Clarifies that handgun licensees may carry firearms in their vehicles and while hunting/fishing, and specifies where licenses remain prohibited (schools, certain government buildings, colleges/universities with restrictions).

• Maintains existing eligibility requirements, training courses, and administrative procedures for obtaining and renewing handgun licenses.

• Effective date: November 1, 2012.