OK SB1542

Adds stalking (21 O.S. Section 1173) to the list of Class B6 felony offenses effective January 1, 2026

First stalking conviction carries up to 3 years imprisonment and/or up to $5,000 fine; second conviction up to 6 years and/or $10,000 fine; third or subsequent conviction up to 12 years and/or $15,000 fine

Enhanced penalties apply when stalking occurs while a protective order is in effect, during probation/parole, or within 10 years of completing sentence for a violent crime against the same victim—Class B5 felony with up to 15-20 years imprisonment and/or $20,000-$25,000 fine

Clarifies that tracking someone via GPS or other monitoring device without consent constitutes "following" under the stalking statute, with exceptions for lawful use by motor vehicle dealers/creditors after loan default and employers tracking company vehicles

Effective date: November 1, 2026