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OK SB1
Bill
AI Summary
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Amends Oklahoma law (37 O.S. 2011, Section 8) to create an exception to public intoxication offenses when a person requests emergency medical assistance for someone experiencing alcohol-related medical distress
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Peace officers are prohibited from taking a person into custody solely for alcohol-related offenses if that person called for emergency help, provided their name, stayed at the scene until help arrived, and cooperated with emergency personnel and law enforcement
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Grants immunity from criminal prosecution under Section 8 of Title 37 for individuals who meet the criteria for requesting emergency medical assistance for alcohol consumption emergencies
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Protects peace officers and their employing political subdivisions from lawsuits based on compliance or non-compliance with this law
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Effective date: November 1, 2013
Legislative Description
Intoxicating liquors; providing immunity from prosecution for certain persons if person needs medical assistance due to alcohol consumption. Effective date.
Intoxicating Liquors
Last Action
Approved by Governor 05/07/2013
5/7/2013