Oklahoma Senate Bill 203 Summary

• Amends 10A O.S. 2011, Section 2-7-601 to modify venue requirements for administrative transfer and parole revocation hearings in juvenile cases.

• Establishes that hearings shall be held in the county where the alleged violation of administrative or parole rules occurred or in the county of original jurisdiction, clarifying previous language.

• Requires the judge with juvenile docket jurisdiction to determine bail eligibility and amount, decide intermediate custody or placement issues, and appoint legal counsel if not otherwise obtained.

• Maintains minimum standards for hearings including the juvenile's rights to notice, attorney representation, presenting evidence, and bail (with exception that juveniles already in Office-operated facilities need not be released).

• Takes effect November 1, 2015.