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OK HB2279
Bill
Status
2/22/2016
Primary Sponsor
Ann Griffin
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AI Summary
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Peace officers cannot arrest someone solely for controlled substance offenses when that person called 911 to request emergency medical assistance for someone experiencing a drug overdose
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Immunity requires the caller to provide their full name and requested information, remain at the scene until emergency responders arrive, and cooperate with medical personnel and police
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Criminal prosecution immunity covers possession of controlled dangerous substances and drug paraphernalia, but does not apply if the amount constitutes drug trafficking
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No civil lawsuits may be filed against peace officers or their employing political subdivisions for their compliance or failure to comply with this law
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Effective date: November 1, 2016
Legislative Description
Public health and safety; providing immunity from prosecution for drug-related offenses under certain circumstances; effective date.
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Judiciary
3/10/2016