Oklahoma Implementing Criminal Justice Reform, Will Release Hundreds Of Prisoners

The Oklahoma Department of Corrections (DOC) is implementing criminal justice reform that will result in the release of 700 to 900 inmates starting on November 4, 2019. During October 2019, transition fairs were held to connect inmates with community services and give eligible inmates the opportunity to learn what they need to do before their release.

House Bill (HB) 1269, which became a law on May 28, 2019, allows prisoners convicted of simple possession of a controlled substance to have their felony sentences commuted by the Pardon and Parole Board. HB 1269 builds on a 2016 voter initiative, State Question . . .