House Bill 1003 raises the age of consent in Oklahoma from 16 years-old to 18 years-old. The Oklahoma Senate unanimously sent the bill to the Governor’s desk.
Senator Warren Hamilton and Representative Jim Olsen are the authors of HB 1003 and say that this will help prevent the exploitation of young people.
“Raising the age of consent will close loopholes in our current consent laws that predators have continued to exploit,” Hamilton said. “I’m grateful for my colleagues’ overwhelming support of this bill that will continue our efforts to protect the most innocent among us, while also ensuring our state stands strong against predators who target vulnerable youth.”
“This is a victory for Oklahoma families and for our children. By raising the age of consent to 18, we are drawing a clear line that reflects our state’s traditional values and our duty to protect young people. I’m grateful to my colleagues in the Senate for standing up for what is right, and I look forward to seeing this important measure become law,” Olsen said.
If Governor Kevin Stitt signs the measure, it will take effect immediately.
