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OK HJR1088

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

2/6/2012

Primary Sponsor

Randy Terrill

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Origin

House of Representatives

2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes amendment to Section 8, Article II of Oklahoma Constitution regarding bail exceptions for criminal defendants.

  • Adds new exceptions allowing bail denial for serious felony offenses if defendant entered or remained in United States illegally; requires proof of guilt be evident and that no release condition would ensure community safety.

  • Directs Secretary of State to refer proposed constitutional amendment to voters for approval or rejection.

  • Specifies ballot title and gist of proposition for voter consideration.

  • Requires Chief Clerk of House to file amendment with Secretary of State and Attorney General following passage.

Legislative Description

Constitutional amendment; modifying exceptions for the right to bail; ballot title; filing.

Crimes and Punishments

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Rules

2/7/2012

Committee Referrals

Rules2/7/2012

Full Bill Text

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