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OK HB2499

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/1/2016

Primary Sponsor

John Pfeiffer

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Origin

House of Representatives

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Oklahoma law on theft of domestic animals (horses, mules, cows, hogs) and implements of husbandry, with penalties of 3-10 years imprisonment and/or fines up to three times the stolen value (maximum $500,000)

  • Theft of dogs, sheep, or goats carries 6 months to 3 years imprisonment and/or fines up to three times the stolen value (maximum $500,000)

  • Each head of cattle stolen constitutes a separate offense and separate violation for charging purposes

  • Updates terminology from "State Penitentiary" to "custody of the Department of Corrections"

  • Effective date: November 1, 2016

Legislative Description

Crimes and punishments; providing punishment and charging requirement for theft of domestic animals; effective date.

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Criminal Justice and Corrections

2/2/2016

Committee Referrals

Criminal Justice and Corrections2/2/2016

Full Bill Text

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