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OK HB3244
Bill
Status
2/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
Steve Bashore
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AI Summary
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Expands "pattern of criminal offenses" to include crimes initiated online through cyberspace, computer applications, social media, artificial intelligence, or cellular networks, regardless of location, when an additional act occurs in Oklahoma
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Creates new offense for exploiting vulnerable persons (mentally ill, homeless, disabled, elderly, minors, drug users, or those with unlawful immigration status) to commit crimes, punishable by up to 10 years imprisonment and $10,000 fine, with enhanced penalties up to 20 years for pattern exploitation
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Significantly expands identity theft law to include 61 categories of protected personal information, adding digital wallets, cryptocurrency accounts, biometric data, AI technology, peer-to-peer payment identifiers, and synthetic identities
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Establishes aggravated identity theft for possession of personal identifying information from 5 or more victims, punishable by 10-15 years imprisonment, with a rebuttable presumption of fraudulent intent
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Authorizes identity theft task force officers and allows law enforcement to share suspect/victim identification documents with financial institutions assisting fraud investigations; effective November 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Crimes and punishments; modifying elements of certain unlawful acts; aggravated identity theft; effective date.
Last Action
Authored by Senator Hall (principal Senate author)
2/26/2026