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OK HB2166
Bill
Status
4/15/2013
Primary Sponsor
Brian Crain
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AI Summary
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Amends 21 O.S. 2011, Section 566.1 to modify contempt proceedings for failure to pay child support orders.
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Allows courts to require willfully unemployed obligors to complete two (2) eight-hour days per week of community service, if a community service program exists in the county.
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Maintains existing punishment options including incarceration up to six (6) months, weekend/flexible incarceration, and fines up to $500.
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Permits courts to order obligors into alternative programs including problem-solving court programs and participation in counseling, treatment, educational training, or employment training before imposing contempt punishment.
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Becomes effective November 1, 2013.
Legislative Description
Child support; contempt; permitting judge to order willfully unemployed obligor complete certain community service program, if available; effective date.
Civil and Criminal Procedure and Courts
Last Action
Approved by Governor 04/12/2013
4/15/2013