BIG NEWS: We finally have a date for the interim study on criminalized survivorship. It will be from 1pm-4pm on September 13th at the Oklahoma Capitol in Room 206. OK Appleseed joined some critical partners in advocating for an interim study to examine and understand the phenomenon of “criminalized survivors” in Oklahoma. The study was requested by Rep. Toni Hasenbeck and we are grateful to her for her passion on this issue.
Speakers will discuss why survivors get harsh sentences for fighting back and some legislative solutions other states have implemented to give survivors another chance at justice.
Citizens may come listen and observe to show support, as long as there is room. There will not be an open session to share concerns and complaints but your quiet presence is welcome to show your support. You can also watch it on the House website if you are not able to make it to Oklahoma City.
The members on the committee are:
Representative Carol Bush
Representative Ross Ford
Representative Jason Lowe
Representative Stan May
Representative Lonnie Sims
Representative Danny Sterling
Representative Judd Strom
Representative Collin Walke
If you know or have relationships with any of these members, please consider reaching out to share your thoughts and support for a bill that would resentence people who are in prison because they fought back against their abuser.
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