OK SB623

Requires initial attempt at service of emergency protective orders within 24 hours of issuance, with service available 24/7 when defendant's location is known, including county jails if defendant is in custody.

Permits sheriff to contact other law enforcement officers, private investigators, or private process servers to effectuate service when sheriff cannot serve the defendant.

Establishes that petitions for protective orders renew every 14 days with new hearing dates until defendant is served, and failure to serve is not grounds for dismissal unless victim requests it or fails to appear.

Allows courts to schedule full hearings within 72 hours when minor children are removed from residence due to domestic abuse, or within 14 days for standard protective order petitions.

Declares an emergency, making the act effective immediately upon passage and approval.