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OK HB1574
Bill
Status
5/6/2015
Primary Sponsor
Cory Williams
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AI Summary
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Amends Oklahoma's Trafficking in Illegal Drugs Act to expand coverage to include benzodiazepines, morphine, oxycodone, and hydrocodone in addition to previously listed controlled substances.
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Establishes specific quantity thresholds and corresponding fine ranges for trafficking violations, ranging from $20,000 to $500,000 depending on substance type and amount.
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Requires mandatory minimum imprisonment sentences of at least twice the term in Section 2-401, with enhanced penalties for prior convictions, including up to 20 years to life imprisonment for repeat offenders.
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Imposes a mandatory minimum 15-year sentence with 85% time served before parole eligibility for aggravated trafficking of marijuana (1,000+ pounds), cocaine (450+ grams), or methamphetamine (450+ grams).
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Adds $100 special assessment trauma-care fee for all trafficking convictions and makes trafficking convictions ineligible for appeal bonds or sentence suspension, deferral, or probation; effective November 1, 2015.
Legislative Description
Public health and safety; relating to the Trafficking in Illegal Drugs Act; modifying certain penalty; effective date.
Public Safety
Last Action
Approved by Governor 05/06/2015
5/6/2015