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1. Support Oklahoma Dogs Rights 
I am addressing legislators on a concern from pet owners residing in the state of Oklahoma, specifically the city of Moore. It has come to our attention that the interpretation of the animal laws seem to be unfair and unjust in this state.
I understand laws are needed to protect residences within the state, but some cities such as Moore take the law concerning pets to the extreme . It seems the law is being used as a strict black and white policy , with no room for discussion.
Surely, these laws were not intended to “dispose” of people’s pets that are considered family, when a small mistake is made and the animals get out on a rare occasion. I truly believe this law was intended for animals that are dangerous to the community or for strays.
The law at this time is unclear and the City of Moore has deemed dogs dangerous and threatened and terminated animals lives on the weak foundations such as: being “seen” out by a mincing neighbor but when animal control gets there they are not out and no sign that they have been. It is also unjust to terminate the life of a dog because they rarely get out and have never caused harm. This should not be allowed.
2. Lower Drinking Age In Oklahoma
In Oklahoma, the drinking age is 21. If this was lowered to 18, there would be many benefits, including less law enforcement money and time, less experimenting in minors. Lowering the drinking age in Oklahoma would make it to where there is less thrill of breaking the law.
If Oklahoma were to raise the drinking age law, the government could put breathalysers in all cars driven by people under the age of 21. The government could put 18-20 year olds on a probational period to see if this new law could actually work.
3. School Uniforms for Norman Public Schools
In 1987 Cherry Hill Elementary in Baltimore, Maryland adopted the first mandatory uniform policy. Since then five big population states have also adopted the policy. Many people believe that uniforms have no effect on schools except to spend money that many people don't have. However, studies show that crime rate drops almost 91% in schools with uniforms.
School suspensions dropped by 90%, sex offences were reduced 96% and incidents of vandalism went down 69%. This doesn't include the decrease in violence and theft, peer pressure, and gang relations, and the increase in school test and work grades, leading to the success of children in college and the work place.
Uniforms would lead to a safer educational facility and better learning environment.
4. Support Marijuana Decriminalization
Marijuana is far less addictive than alcohol.
Deaths from the two substances. There are hundreds of alcohol overdose deaths each year, yet there has never been a marijuana overdose death in history. The consumption of alcohol is also the direct cause of tens of thousands of deaths in the U.S. each year.
Alcohol is one of the most toxic drugs, and using just 10 times what one would use to get the desired effect can lead to death. Marijuana is one of – if not the – least toxic drugs, requiring thousands times the dose one would use to get the desired effect to lead to death. This “thousands times” is actually theoretical, since there has never been a recorded case of marijuana overdose.
Long-term marijuana use is far less harmful than long-term alcohol use.
The United Kingdom's Science and Technology Select Committee considers alcohol far more harmful than marijuana.
Studies find alcohol use contributes to the likelihood of domestic violence and sexual assault and marijuana use does not.
Studies find alcohol use contributes to aggressive behavior and acts of violence, whereas marijuana use reduces the likelihood of violent behavior.
Alcohol use is prevalent in cases of sexual assault and date rape on college campuses. Marijuana use is not considered a contributing factor in cases of sexual assault and date rape, as judged by the lack of discussion of marijuana in sexual assault and date rape educational materials.
A Jr. Olympic sized pool is a rare asset for any public school in Oklahoma. The facility should be recognized and utilized as it was intended when it was built in 1970. The heated and covered pool can be very beneficial to our small town community, offering a fun, family oriented safe place to swim for the adults and children alike.
Being centrally located our school pool can offer a great place to get fit and stay healthy as a family while offering physical fitness classes & pool rental for the entire community. Teaching Swim Lessons to our children will cut down on drowning deaths. Swim Lessons extend through out a lifetime offering parents peace of mind. Offering a healthy activity for children to do; during and after school; as well as the summer, boost their self-esteem thru learning how to swim, being and staying healthy, knowing water safety and by participating in swim competitions.
This opportunity may even present a detour from the always present of “bad influences” of drugs and alcohol for the children participating and even the Lifeguards we will be creating jobs for. Opening and running a public pool will help in boosting our economy and give a positive experience for years to come.
Clemency Themes: We are presenting 3 major grounds for Mercy/ Clemency.
First, due to the unique circumstances, Don faces an execution even though it is unclear what conduct he is being executed for. Even his jurors say they did not know who inflicted the abuse causing Shane’s death. This was expressed both in their split verdict and recent Affidavits submitted.
Second, it is unfair Ms. Coffman received a life sentence while Don is executed, when the overwhelming evidence points to Ms. Coffman as the “committer” and Don the “permitter.” This result is distressing to certain jurors, who denounce their death verdict in light of Ms. Coffman’s sentence. Two jurors say they’d be “relieved” if Don’s death sentence was commuted to life. Id.
Third, Don’s involvement in the offense is likely attributable in great part to his profound brain damage suffered from a near fatal 1993 auto accident. The accident resulted in loss of 25% to 33% of the functioning of his brain. A mentally impaired Mr. Gilson walked into a deeply dysfunctional situation which he was simply not equipped to handle. The mitigating evidence of his permanent brain impairment was never presented to his sentencing jury.
Petition to Release Kelsey's Records
Kelsey Smith-Briggs of Meeker, Oklahoma died of blunt force trauma to the abdomen on October 11, 2005.
Join us in our endeavor to petition the court to have the records released for Kelsey Smith-Briggs. There are many records that have been withheld from the public including the records for the guardianship hearings in February and June of 2005 and the visitation hearing in September, 2005 and DHS records.
Ryan Luke Law requires that the records be released, yet for some reason those in power have withheld them from public view and kept them confidential.
By signing the petition on this page, you are adding your name to the list of those who want Kelsey's records released so that the truth in this case can be known. We welcome signatures from all over. Please share this site with all of your friends and help us get the records released!
Thank you for your support!
8. Jonas Brothers Tulsa, Oklahoma Petition
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9. Have the Gathering of the Juggalos in Oklahoma
Alright I am starting this to try and get the Gathering at a central location in the US so then it is Centered and no one can gripe it is fair for all at least one time have it close to the center of the country
10. To Form the Town of River Springs, Oklahoma
In the River Springs Development and surrounding areas there are no large cities that are with in a 5 mile radius in the State of Oklahoma or any community services.
There nearest towns are under the population of 500 and are not able to offer any services to our area.
11. NO MEANS NO!
Under Oklahoma State Law Title 22 Sections 60.6:
1) Any first time offender shall be charged with a misdemeanor. They can be charged with up to $1,000 dollar fine and up to 1 year in county jail., or both fine and imprisonment.
2) After previous convictions of violation of a protective order, is convicted of a second or subsequent offense pursuant to the provisions of the section, upon conviction, be guilty of a felony and shall be punished by a term of imprisonment in the custody of the Department of Corrections for not less than 1 year and no more than 3 years, or by a fine of not less than $2,000.00 nor more than $10,000.00, or both such fine and imprisonment.
3) Any person who has been served a protective order and who violates the protective order and causes physical injury or physical impairment to the plaintiff or to any other person named is said protective order shall, upon conviction, be guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be punished by a term of imprisonment in the county jail for not less than 20 days nor more than 1 year. In addition to the term of imprisonment, the person may be punished by a fine not to exceed $5,000.00.
4) Any person who is convicted of a second or subsequent violation of a protective order which causes physical injury or physical impairment to a plaintiff or to any other person named in the protective order shall be guilty of a felony and shall be punished by a term of imprisonment in the custody of the Department of Corrections of not less than 1 year nor more than 5 years, or by a fine of not less than $3,000.00 nor more than $10,000.00 or by both such fine and imprisonment.
In a 2007 State of Oklahoma Vs. Richard K. Sexton case, Mr. Sexton was charged with six felony counts of violation of protective order. He was previously charged in 2000 and 2001 with 2 counts of violation of protective order. In the 2007 case, He was charged with only six violations. The evidence showed that Mr. Sexton violated the order by calling repeatedly. The call provided to the court was in the thousands. He used e-mail and myspace.com to communicate with the victims. He followed the victim around town and watched their every move.
He was only sentenced to one year in county jail. All 6 charges were a year sentence and was to run concurrent. Upon arriving in county jail, he has repeatedly violated the protective order. Charges have not been filed by the District Attorney at the this time on the additional charges. The protective order was initially filed in order to protect the victims against the Domestic Violence that occurred in the home in front of minor children. Court documents show that only one count was charged. When in fact there was four minor children in his presence during the incident This charge was only a misdemeanor. Which only carries a fine or up to 30 days in county jail.
In 2000, he was convicted of a felony child abuse charge.
12. Oklahoma payday loans need veritec
Payday lenders are required to use a system called "veritec" to regulate payday loans in Oklahoma. Many consumers are falling into a never ending cycle of debt because Oklahoma does not require ALL class "B" lenders to use veritec system; therefore, allowing consumers to have several open loans with an APR up to 300% out at once.
13. Mandatory Contact Hours For Nurses in the State of Oklahoma
November 10, 2005
All nurses with an active Oklahoma license should be required to complete continuing education for relicensure.
14. Opening the doors for all counties in Oklahoma to have county animal control
In order for any county in Oklahoma to implement county animal control the population must exceed 200,000 or more.
The state law needs to changed not based on population, but on need.
15. Chanh Truong's False Allegation for Child Molestation
To: State of Oklahoma
On the 19th of July 2002, Mr. Chanh Truong contested a nolo contendere plea and was sentenced to the state penitentiary for an indecent act. The Court decision was based on improper document translation procedure and the Court did not appoint a certified Vietnamese-English translator. When under duress from Court pressure, Chanh Truong signed documents without the English skill needed to understand the court's documents and sentences.
Mr. Chanh Truong is well known as a kind, peaceful, poetic, artistic, moral, and community oriented person. He has been a resident in Oklahoma county, Oklahoma ever since he settled in the U.S.A. in 1993. He has been married for 20 years to his lovely wife, Mrs. Thu Truong, and has two beautiful children. The children are great students in the Oklahoma County school district. Furthermore he is very active in the Vietnamese community where he participated in many of the community's activities such as cultural and historical events. He also served as a member at the Giac Quang Buddhist temple where he has had many contributions. In addition, he established stable employment at Unit Parts and has excellent references from his management and co-workers.
Sincerely,
Chanh Truong and family members
16. Update Stillwater City Code Regarding Childcare
In 1999 the Oklahoma legislature passed and Governor Keeting signed HB 493, creating the category of Large Family Child Care Homes, which can be licensed for a maximum of 12 children. This was an important step in addressing child care needs across the state and placed Oklahoma in an equitable position with 44 other states with this category of care.
The City Code of Stillwater, Oklahoma has not been updated since 1993 and does not reflect the newest State legislation in effect. The current City Code limits the Family Day Care Home to a maximum of 7 children.
Current City Code considers Large Family Child Care Homes licensed for more than 7 children to be "Day Care Centers", although the City's definition of "Day Care Center" is in direct contradiction to the State's definition of "Day Care Center".
The demanding and expensive zoning restrictions placed on Large Family Child Care Homes by labeling them as "Centers" diminish the number of licensed providers and cause new providers to remain underground and unlicensed, thus making safe, monitored care less available to parents seeking care for their children.
We are seeking to have City Code amended so that all Family Child Care Homes, including those licensed by the State for up to 12 children, will be classified as an accepted Home-Based Business and all will be treated by the City as equals.
17. Proposed City Mobile Home Ordinance, Wakita, Oklahoma
Upgrade of existing ordinances at Wakita, Oklahoma!
18. Let the Cabs Through late-hour bar-blockades in all US cities
Most cities have an alcohol-bar-district, and sometimes (Oklahoma City) the police block off the streets in those districts so that no one comes in after a certain time. The cabs, that are to take the responsible drunks out, are meant to go right up to the passengers; but the cabs are blocked off by the police, which wastes the time and money both of the passengers and of the drivers.
19. Keep cock fighting legal in Oklahoma
Please sign this petition, and help us to keep our rights. The movement to out law cock fighting in Oklahoma has been very corrupt. Facts have not been presented properly.
20. Petition To Rescind ONG's Franchise Agreement
Oklahoma Natural Gas Company is a wholly owned subsidiary of ONEOK and has violated the public trust by manipulating natural gas prices and over charging consumers. ONG has franchise agreements with a number of cities in Oklahoma and we the voters should be given the opportunity to rescind these agreements. No one should be forced to do business with crooks!
On Tuesday September 11, 2001 at 8:45 a.m. a passenger plane crashed into one of the two Manhatten World Trade Centers. at 9:03 a.m. another hijacked passenger plane crashed into the second World Trade Center. Approximently an hour later, the second WTC collapsed to the ground, and about half an hour after that the other one did. At the same time, in Washington D.C. a hijacked plane crashed into the Pentagon, causing one of the walls to fall, killing aprox. 800 people with an extended aprox. 65 on the plane. All together, approximently 20-30,000 people died, compared to the 24,000 of 1941 Pearl Harbour raid, and the 168 of the 1998 Oklahoma Bombing. Innocent people should not die like this. Stop the Violence!
