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My latest, with @propublica + @NYTmag: An Oklahoma law was supposed to help reduce the sentences of domestic violence survivors who fought back -- women who are serving long sentences for killing their abusers. Why are nearly all of them still in prison?
propublica.org/article/oklah…
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Oklahoma has one of the worst rates of domestic violence. It's easy to ask why someone didn't just leave or call police, but the reality is much more dangerous. This week I break it down with Tracey Lyall, CEO of Tulsa's Domestic Violence Intervention Services. #indepthwithdeon
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DVIS CEO Tracey Lyall explains the importance of survivors of domestic abuse having a safety plan as they're exiting the relationship.
"It's really just thinking through all the different ways that you need to consider safety for you and your family."
#indepthwithdeon
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Full episode OUT NOW. Link: indepthwithdeon.substack.com… – at Oklahoma, USA
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A new Oklahoma law for imprisoned survivors who defended themselves against their abusers faced a setback this week after April Wilkens was denied resentencing. In a state where we pride ourselves on self-defense, why is it so difficult for women to access that same protection?
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CRIMINAL INJUSTICE: A domestic abuse survivor imprisoned for life for the murder of her abuser trib.al/RGQvqsl
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This is huge. Oklahoma — a state with some of the highest domestic violence in the country — just signed a bill into law to reduce sentences for women who defend themselves against an abuser. Only CA, IL, and NY have similar legislation.
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NEW: Oklahoma just passed a new law: It gives a new chance at release to domestic violence survivors who were incarcerated for their response to the abuse.
Here's why it's a big deal, from @LVikkiml who talked to people who are waiting for help: boltsmag.org/oklahoma-surviv…
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The Oklahoma Survivors’ Act gives incarcerated survivors of domestic violence a new chance at freedom, reducing sentences for people whose convictions stemmed from their abuse.
NEW in @boltsmag from @LVikkiml: boltsmag.org/oklahoma-surviv…
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The Survivor’s Act protects victims of domestic violence. My colleagues and I thought it was vital to get this passed. My full statement on the passage of this legislation: shar.es/agtcdo
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I am pleased that the Senate has passed the amended version of SB1835, the Oklahoma Survivors' Act. The new language embodies principles of justice and compassion while maintaining a steadfast commitment to accountability and due process. #SB1835 #CJR #RightOnCrime @Sen_GregTreat
The Survivor’s Act protects victims of domestic violence. My colleagues and I thought it was vital to get this passed. My full statement on the passage of this legislation: shar.es/agtcdo
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Treat said there were two substantive changes included in SB1835, the first being shifting “substantially related” as the standard for evidence to “clear and convincing.”
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With a vote of 86-4, The Oklahoma Survivors Act passed the House today. I’m proud to have co-authored this important piece of legislation. Oklahoma is #1 in domestic violence in the country and this bill is a huge win for those who have been victimized in our state. 1/
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I offer a sincere thanks to the victims and advocates who have worked everyday this session to ensure SB1835 becomes law in Oklahoma! 2/2
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Governor Stitt just signed SB1835 into law! Thank you @GovStitt and congrats to all of the groups that put so much effort into this.
I am thrilled that the House and Senate sent this bill to the Governor yesterday. Once it is signed into law, Oklahoma will have a legal mechanism to ensure justice and compassion for abuse victims while also upholding the rule of law. @rightoncrime
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After a veto, the OK Survivors’ Justice Act, SB 1835, was signed into law.
This allows for the resentencing of survivors who fought back against their abuse and for judges to take into consideration evidence of abuse.
Congrats to @OK_Appleseed, @alexfor2f08, @PandaLibrarian7.
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UPDATE #2: Gov. Kevin Stitt signed this 👇 version of the Oklahoma Survivors’ Act (SB1835) today. #okleg
UPDATE: The Senate advanced a new version of the Oklahoma Survivors' Act today (SB1835), now backed by Gov. Kevin Stitt. Stitt vetoed the previous version (SB1470) last month which was then quickly overridden by the Senate. A summary of the new version is included below. #okleg
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.@KTULNews has learned the Oklahoma Survivors' Act has been signed into law by @GovStitt, allowing domestic violence survivors leniency in sentencing if abuse was a factor in their crime. Here's the story of a woman who may qualify for sentencing relief.
ktul.com/news/local/legislat…
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‼️Senate President Pro Tem Treat believes the Governor has put a "target" on him, Senate bills, and the Attorney General following the latest vetoes.
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The Senate has voted to override a veto by the governor that aims to help survivors of domestic violence. I am proud of my Senate colleagues who chose to stand up for survivors of a horrific crime. My full statement: oksenate.gov/press-releases/…