SB1596 Summary

• Amends 21 O.S. 2011, Section 12.1 regarding minimum sentencing requirements for felony offenses.

• Updates reference language to cite Section 13.1 of the criminal code instead of "Section 30 of this act."

• Requires individuals convicted of felonies listed in Section 13.1 (committed on or after March 1, 2000) to serve at least 85% of their imposed sentence.

• Prohibits early parole consideration and earned credits that would reduce the sentence below 85% of the imposed term.

• Effective date: November 1, 2014.