OK SB462

Retired municipal police officers who retire under the Oklahoma Police Pension and Retirement System may request in writing to retain custody and possession of their municipal-issued firearm and badge.

Agency heads may deny the request if the officer is not in good standing, has been convicted of a felony, is mentally incapacitated, or if granting approval would be detrimental to public health, safety, and welfare.

Upon the death of a municipal police officer prior to retirement, the agency head may award custody and possession of the firearm and badge to the officer's spouse or next of kin in accordance with agency policy.

Creates new Section 34-109 of Title 11 of the Oklahoma Statutes to codify these provisions.

Effective November 1, 2025.