OK SB1056

Peace officers employed by Oklahoma state or local governments are personally liable for depriving individuals of rights secured by the Bill of Rights or Article II of the Oklahoma Constitution, including liability for failing to intervene

Qualified immunity cannot be used as a defense, and statutory immunities, liability limitations, and the Governmental Tort Claims Act do not apply to these claims

Prevailing plaintiffs are entitled to reasonable attorney fees and costs; defendants may recover fees only if the court finds claims were frivolous

Employers must indemnify peace officers for judgments and settlements, except officers who did not act in good faith must pay personally up to 5% of the judgment or $25,000, whichever is less

Officers convicted of criminal offenses arising from the conduct at issue receive no employer indemnification for judgments or legal expenses; effective date is November 1, 2025