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OK HB4142

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/9/2026

Primary Sponsor

Robert Manger

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Oklahoma law on unlawful use of bombs and explosive devices (21 O.S. Section 1767.1) to shift criminal liability from requiring proof of "intent to destroy" to devices "capable of causing destruction," making prosecution easier

  • Expands the definition of "incendiary device" to include accelerants, materials, and combinations used to ignite or promote fire spread, including poured accelerants deployed without a container (not just Molotov cocktails and firebombs)

  • Modifies possession offense to focus on circumstances demonstrating preparation for illegal use rather than requiring proof of knowledge or intent that materials "will be used" illegally

  • Adds new construing provision explicitly protecting lawful manufacture, sale, transport, possession, or use of explosives and related materials when in compliance with state and federal law

  • Effective date: November 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Crimes and punishments; unlawful use of bombs or explosive devices; modifying elements of certain crimes; effective date.

Last Action

First Reading

3/9/2026

Committee Referrals

Criminal Judiciary2/3/2026
Judiciary and Public Safety Oversight2/3/2026

Full Bill Text

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