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OK SB819
Bill
AI Summary
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Prohibits use of laser sighting devices as hunting aids, except for battery-powered scoping devices that project light inside the scope and pin sight lights on archery equipment.
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Allows possession of .22 caliber rimfire rifles or pistols with laser sighting devices while hunting or taking furbearers with hounds during legal open furbearer season with valid hunting license.
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Defines "laser sighting device" as any artificial light that casts or reflects a beam of light onto or illuminates wildlife.
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Exempts persons certified as 100% disabled by Social Security Administration or U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, or certified as legally blind by a licensed physician, from the prohibition if hunting on private property with an accompanying licensed hunter.
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Establishes misdemeanor penalty for violation and becomes effective November 1, 2013.
Legislative Description
Wildlife; prohibiting use of certain hunting aids; defining term; specifying penalty. Effective date.
Animals and Game and Fish
Last Action
Approved by Governor 05/13/2013
5/13/2013