HB 1565 Summary

• Amends Oklahoma game and fish licensing law to clarify statutory language regarding the use and management of hunting and fishing licenses issued by the Department of Wildlife Conservation.

• Requires applicants for licenses to produce valid photo identification and proof of age and residency; all issued licenses must display this information along with date and time of issuance.

• Establishes that all licenses are nontransferable and must be carried by the licensee during licensed activities; failure to produce a license upon demand by a game warden constitutes prima facie evidence of violation.

• Sets penalties for violations including first offenses punishable by $100-$250 fine or up to 10 days jail time, and second or subsequent offenses punishable by $250-$750 fine or up to 10 days jail time; convicted violators face automatic license revocation for 1-10 years set by court.

• Declares an emergency effective upon passage and approval, allowing the bill to take effect immediately.