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OK SB2089

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Lisa Standridge

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Cities with populations over 65,000 must operate a Municipal Criminal Court of Record for handling violations of municipal ordinances

  • Maximum general fine increased from $1,200 to $1,500, and maximum imprisonment increased from 6 months to 1 year for municipal criminal court of record cases

  • Defendants are entitled to a jury trial when penalties exceed $500 in fines or include possible imprisonment, unless waived

  • Traffic violations (excluding DUI/drug offenses) retain separate penalty limits of up to $1,250 fine and 90 days imprisonment

  • Effective date: November 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Cities and towns; requiring certain cities operate a court of record. Effective date.

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Judiciary

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/3/2026

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