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On May 9th, the Oklahoma Senate gave approval to Senate Bill 1142 aimed at reducing Oklahoma’s feral hog population and the bill may be headed to the Governor for consideration. “If signed by the Governor, the new law would no longer hogtie property owners and hunters when it comes to addressing the problem of feral... [Read More]

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On May 4th, the House Conference Committee gave preliminary approval to House Bill 3098, legislation that would allow Oklahomans to openly carry guns without a license, training or background checks. The bill’s sponsor, Republican Rep. Jeff Coody, says he needs signatures from seven committee members in the House or Senate before a hearing can be... [Read More]

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On January 21, 2015, House Joint Resolution 1009 was introduced in the Oklahoma legislature to allow Oklahomans to vote to amend Section 26 of Article II of the Oklahoma Constitution, clarifying the manner in which citizens may keep and bear arms. The proposed amendment would read: Section 26. A. The fundamental right of each individual... [Read More]

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Gun shows in Oklahoma as we know them could become a thing of the past if SB1347 passes the legislature and gets signed into law. Apparently, the OKC Chamber is dancing to the political tune piped by Bloomberg and De Blasio et al, and trying to get gun shows kiboshed in Oklahoma. The Greater Oklahoma... [Read More]

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On April 27, 2016, Governor Mary Fallin signed into law Senate Bill 1159, the Knife Law Reform Bill. Under this new measure, a dagger, bowie knife, dirk knife and sword cane are removed from the items prohibited from carry in Oklahoma. On the day of the signing, U.S. Law Shield Oklahoma Independent Program Attorney Robert... [Read More]

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On April 25, 2016, Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin signed House Bill 2637 into law regarding the use of suppressors while hunting on public land. Current Oklahoma law states that it is only legal for Oklahomans to hunt with a suppressor as long as they are on private property with permission from the landowner. In recent... [Read More]

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In the accompanying video, U.S. Law Shield of Oklahoma Independent Program Attorney Robert Robles discusses when it is legal to pepper-spray someone; advises if  there is any criminal or civil liability for using pepper spray; considers whether some types of pepper spray are not legal; briefs you on specific laws regarding where pepper spray can or cannot be carried; advises you if a special... [Read More]

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The first of several pro-gun bills passed by the Legislature this session was signed by the Governor on April 7, 2016. The new legislation, SB1057, clarified the statute used by cities to ban the carrying of weapons on fairgrounds property during state fairs. Robert Robles, Oklahoma U.S. Law Shield Independent Program Attorney, said, “In addition to... [Read More]

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On April 6, 2016, the Senate Rules Committee amended proposed legislation in Oklahoma that would enable anyone without a felony conviction over the age of 21 to open carry without the need to obtain a permit, and voted to pass the committee substitute bill as amended, and sent the bill to the full Senate for... [Read More]

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  On March 10, 2016, House Bill 3098 passed with an overwhelming 73-15 vote. Sponsored by state Representative Jeff Coody (R-63), HB 3098 would allow for the open carry of a handgun, rifle or shotgun for lawful self-defense without having to obtain a permit. This bill would allow a law-abiding citizen to open carry a firearm... [Read More]

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You find yourself in a situation where you have to call 9-1-1. When should you call? What do you do? What do you say? How do you respond to the operator? Independent Program Attorney Robert Robles explains what happens, when you should call and what to say to the 9-1-1 operator. Remember, it is all... [Read More]

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A common question often asked is whether it is legal in Oklahoma to carry a firearm in state or national parks. With regards to Oklahoma State parks, it is permitted to carry your gun on State park land. In fact, according to 21 O.S. §1277 B, the places where concealed or unconcealed carry is prohibited... [Read More]

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