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Oklahoma lawmakers examine alternatives to unnecessary pretrial detention (Capitol Update)

Last week, the House Public Safety Committee, chaired by Rep. David Hardin, R-Stilwell, held an interim study on criminal pretrial procedures, with Rep. Erick Harris, R-Edmond, presenting. Harris said that, with the overcrowded conditions in Oklahoma’s jails and corrections system, he wants to make certain there is enough room to hold those who need to

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Weekly Wonk: SQ 845 would make major changes to how judges are chosen in Oklahoma (video) | An informed vote begins before Election Day | OK Policy is hiring; deadline is Sunday night

What’s up this week at Oklahoma Policy Institute? The Weekly Wonk shares our most recent publications and other resources to help you stay informed about Oklahoma. Numbers of the Day and Policy Notes are from our daily news briefing, In The Know. Click here to subscribe to In The Know. This Week from OK Policy

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Tulsa County Juvenile Bureau highlights services and outcomes in 2025 (Capitol Update)

I recently received the Tulsa County Juvenile Bureau Annual Report for 2025. Generally, a youth who is arrested or referred to authorities for conduct that would be a criminal offense if committed by an adult is first seen by the Juvenile Bureau. The Bureau also serves youth and families of children in need of supervision

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