Oklahoma Firearms Local Preemption Statute

Under 21 O.S. 1289.24, the regulation of the registration, transfer, ownership, transportation, sale, possession, and licensing of firearms is reserved exclusively to the state of Oklahoma. Municipalities and counties are barred from enacting any ordinance, rule, or regulation that conflicts with state firearms law, with limited exceptions for state-controlled buildings, courthouses, and certain meetings. Local officials who enforce conflicting ordinances may be civilly liable. The statute also permits civil action against political subdivisions that violate preemption.

Violations occur when a municipality enacts or enforces firearm ordinances exceeding state law, including local registration, possession, or carry restrictions in non-exempt areas.