OK SB1894

Establishes comprehensive standards for judicial conduct in Oklahoma, codifying duties requiring judges to act impartially, avoid conflicts of interest, and maintain professional competence in the law

Prohibits judges from practicing law, serving as arbitrators/mediators (except retired judges), and engaging in political activities such as endorsing candidates or contributing to political organizations

Sets detailed disqualification requirements when judges have personal bias, financial interests, or family relationships that could affect impartiality in proceedings

Restricts judicial candidates from personally soliciting campaign contributions or publicly stated support, though they may establish committees to manage campaigns and fundraising

Creates the Judicial Ethics Advisory Panel consisting of up to three retired judges appointed by the Chief Justice to provide advisory opinions on prospective conduct compliance with the Code of Judicial Conduct