Oklahoma is the latest state to crack down on fake service animals. State senators have responded to the many business owners who have complained about disruptive animals people are claiming to be service animals. Senator David Bullard introduced Senate Bill 1223 to address this issue.
In many states, passing your pet off as a service animal is a crime. However, in Oklahoma it is not… for now. Due to this many pet owners have exploited this and made it difficult for legitimate service animals and those who need them.
Senate Bill 1223 proposes to charge anybody with a misdemeanor who pretends to have a disability or pretend their dog is a trained service dog. If convicted the person could pay a $500.00 fine.
The Oklahoma State Senate gave approval for this bill and now, it’s moving on to the House of Representatives.
Bullard’s service animal fraud bill moves to House | Oklahoma Senate
