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OK HB2309

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/1/2016

Primary Sponsor

Johnny Tadlock

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Origin

House of Representatives

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Oklahoma trespass law (21 O.S. 2011, Section 1835) to allow property owners to post land using purple paint marks as an alternative to traditional "No Trespassing" signs

  • Purple paint marks must be vertical lines at least 8 inches long, positioned between 3 and 5 feet from the ground, placed no more than 100 feet apart and at each entry point

  • Maintains existing penalties for trespass: fine up to $250 for simple trespass; fine of $50-$500 and/or 30 days to 6 months imprisonment for trespass involving waste, theft, or damage

  • Exempts registered land surveyors and professional engineers performing professional services from trespass provisions

  • Effective date: November 1, 2017

Legislative Description

Crimes and punishments; providing additional method to keep trespassers off property; effective date.

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Agriculture and Rural Development

2/2/2016

Committee Referrals

Agriculture and Rural Development2/2/2016

Full Bill Text

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