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130-512: The OSBI is governed by a seven-member commission, with each member of the commission appointed by the Governor of Oklahoma . The commission then appoints a director, who serves at the pleasure of the commission, as the chief executive officer of the OSBI. The current director is Aungela Spurlock and was appointed to serve as Director on September 1, 2022. In the early 1920s gangs of outlaws roamed

260-444: A Law Enforcement Special Agent, an individual must, at the time of employment, “shall be at least twenty-one (21) years of age and shall possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university" and two years of law enforcement experience with a governmental law enforcement agency and must be a certified CLEET peace officer or possess a certification by reciprocity agreement from another state. As established by Oklahoma law,

390-623: A ballot initiative to limit governors to only eight years in office in a lifetime. The initiative also set the gubernatorial term of a lieutenant governor who becomes governor upon the death of the previous governor at two years. Former governors David Boren (1975–1979) and David Walters (1991–1995) are eligible for second and third terms having only served a single term respectively. George Nigh (1963; 1979–1987), Frank Keating (1995–2003) and Brad Henry (2003–2011) are eligible for third and fourth terms respectively. "I, ........., do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support, obey, and defend

520-887: A computer lab, and a physical fitness center. The primary function of the Training Section is to plan, organize, and conduct the Oklahoma Highway Patrol Academy for entry-level Patrol Cadets. Academy sessions, which are held as authorized by the Oklahoma Legislature , are 20 weeks long, with Cadets residing at the Academy during the session. Daily activities include physical training and classroom instruction. The Academy typically graduates between 50 and 60 Cadets each session. The section also coordinates all continued educational; and training requirements for troopers. The Training Section

650-757: A division of the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety (DPS), is under the command and direction of the chief of the patrol. The Chief is appointed by the DPS Commissioner and is responsible for the operations, capabilities, and plans of the patrol. The Chief is assisted in managing the patrol with the help of two deputy chiefs. The patrol is divided into troops or sections headed by a captain. Each of these Troops has either limited geographic jurisdiction or Statewide functional jurisdiction, with some Troops having law enforcement functions while others have support functions. The thirteen field Troops are

780-528: A general appropriations bill that must be approved by the legislature and signed by the governor. Like the president of the United States, the governor plays a major role in the legislative process. Every bill that is passed by both the Oklahoma Senate and Oklahoma House of Representatives , and every resolution requiring the assent of both chambers of the legislature, must, before it becomes

910-903: A governor and a lieutenant governor of the same party, as both Governor Kevin Stitt and Lieutenant Governor Matt Pinnell are of the Republican Party . The first instance of an Oklahoma governor serving alongside a lieutenant governor of a different political party began in 1963, when Republican governor Henry Bellmon served alongside Democratic lieutenant governor Leo Winters . Since then, there have been three more instances. In 1967, Republican governor Dewey F. Bartlett served alongside Democratic lieutenant governor George Nigh . In 1987, Bellmon served alongside Democratic lieutenant governor Robert S. Kerr III . Finally, in 2002, Democratic governor Brad Henry served alongside Republican lieutenant governor Mary Fallin . The governor may appoint

1040-432: A law, be presented to the governor. The governor may choose to sign it or veto it and send it back to the legislature. The governor's veto can only be overridden by a two-thirds approval vote from each house. The governor has the power of the line-item veto , which allows them to sign part of appropriation bills into law, while sending appropriations items they disagree with back to the legislature. Items disapproved by

1170-619: A non-commissioned communications Officer holding the rank of major. The two deputy chiefs have line authority over these eight majors. Though an organized highway patrol unit, the Executive Security Section/Troop EX, which provides protection to the governor and lieutenant governor, is not under the operational command of the patrol chief. Instead, the troop answers directly to the DPS Commissioner. The patrol chief is, however, responsible for organizing this troop and ensuring its capabilities. Upon graduation from

1300-421: A permanent, uniformed presence in all of Oklahoma's 77 counties. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol is well adapted to the demands of 21st Century law enforcement and is the only state agency with the reach, strategic flex, and mission design to proactively prevent crime, to provide specialized resources to local partners, and prevent traffic-related deaths through uniformed police enforcement duties. Troopers are issued

1430-626: A troop commander, who holds the rank of captain with the highway patrol. The Bomb Squad Section is a special law enforcement unit within the highway patrol. Bomb Squad Section, or Troop BT, is responsible for bomb disposal Statewide. The Bomb Squad partners with the Office of the Oklahoma Fire Marshal , the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality , and the Oklahoma Department of Mines to enforce all State laws regulating explosive materials. The squad's troopers are placed across

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1560-855: A vacancy upon the Oklahoma Supreme Court or on the Court of Criminal Appeals, the Judicial Nominating Committee submits three nominees to fill the vacancy to the governor and Oklahoma Supreme Court chief justice. The governor must appoint one to fill the vacancy within 60 days or the appointment is turned over to the chief justice. The governor also possess the power to grant commutations , pardons and paroles for all offenses, except cases of impeachment , upon such conditions and with such restrictions and limitations as he may deem proper, subject to such regulations as may be prescribed by law. The governor does not have

1690-615: Is a special law enforcement unit within the highway patrol. It is the duty of the Capitol Patrol Section, or Troop R, to provide law enforcement and protection services for the State Capitol Complex and all state office buildings within Oklahoma County and Tulsa County. The Capitol Patrol was originally created on July 1, 1971, by the Oklahoma Legislature as a separate department division, with

1820-605: Is appointed by the OSBI Commission, has direct control over the OSBI. Under Governor of Oklahoma Kevin Stitt , Tricia Everest is serving as the Secretary and Aungela Spurlock is serving as OSBI Director. OSBI is governed by a seven-member OSBI Commission, with all members being appointed by the Governor of Oklahoma , with the approval of the Oklahoma Senate , to serve seven year terms. Governor may remove any member at any time only for cause. No more than two members of

1950-476: Is designed to provide a glimpse into Oklahoma's history and culture. Artists represented in oil and bronze include N.C. Wyeth , Charles Marion Russell , Thomas Moran and Albert Beirstadt. As per the Oklahoma Constitution , if the governor is impeached, resigns, dies, leaves the state, fails to qualify or is unable to serve, the lieutenant governor fills the vacancy, either temporarily or for

2080-591: Is done through the oversight of internal investigations, maintenance and security of complaint and investigative records, research and development of agency policies and procedures, and functional reviews of operating units.  The Training Office coordinates all training for the OSBI.  This includes employee attendance at external training events, coordination and development of in-house training courses and events, and maintaining records related to training received and conducted by OSBI personnel.  The Training Coordinator evaluates training programs and assists in

2210-536: Is elected directly by the voters of Oklahoma during gubernatorial elections held in November during the final year of each four-year gubernatorial term. The candidate with the highest number of votes becomes governor following the election. The Oklahoma Constitution requires the Oklahoma Legislature to choose the governor in the case of a tie vote. Section Three of Article VI of the Oklahoma Constitution establishes that gubernatorial candidates must be citizens of

2340-415: Is elected or until the disability is removed from the governor or higher official. However, the emergency interim successor does not inherit the title of governor, unless there is a man-made or natural emergency or disaster has occurred in the United States. The Oklahoma Legislature , by concurrent resolution , may terminate the authority of any emergency interim successor to exercise the powers and discharge

2470-537: Is responsible for overseeing all entry-level and continuing education of all Patrol personnel. The Training Section is divided into four detachments: Technical Skills, Academy Development, Defensive Tactics, and Legal Research. The Training Section is located at the Department of Public Safety's headquarters at the Robert R. Lester Training Center. The training center houses classrooms, a dormitory, cafeteria facilities,

2600-526: Is responsible for providing the personal security and protection, transportation, and communications capabilities for the Governor of Oklahoma , the Governor's immediate family, and the Lieutenant Governor . The troop is composed of 23 law enforcement personnel, including 19 troopers and 4 ranked officers. The section is commanded by a troop commander with the rank of OHP captain. The commander

2730-560: Is spent on employee benefits and salaries, 32% ($ 20.2 million) goes to operating expenses and the remaining 4% ($ 2.5 million) is dedicated to various other expenses. For fiscal year 2023, each of the operating units of the Bureau operate with the following budgets: Since the establishment of the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation, 4 officers have died in the line of duty. This user, Jules at OSBI , in accordance with

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2860-545: Is the ex officio commander-in-chief of the Oklahoma National Guard when not called into federal use. Despite being an executive branch official, the governor also holds legislative and judicial powers . The governor's responsibilities include making yearly "State of the State" addresses to the Oklahoma Legislature , submitting the annual state budget , ensuring that state laws are enforced, and that

2990-407: Is the "conservator of the peace throughout the State," making him or her the chief peace officer in the state. In the position of chief peace officer, the governor commands state and local law enforcement agencies . If law enforcement entities cannot execute the law, then the governor, acting as Commander-in-Chief of Oklahoma's state militia , may call out the Oklahoma National Guard to "execute

3120-522: Is the central repository for all agency training conducted by employees and for accreditation of in-house courses. Created in 1991, the Information Services Division was created as the fourth division within the OSBI and is under operational control of a Division Director who is responsible for the coordination of all division programs. Its purpose is to handle the increased demand for information by law enforcement agencies across

3250-401: Is third in line of gubernatorial succession. If the governor, lieutenant governor, senate president pro tempore, and speaker are unable to act as governor, then the next official in the line of succession becomes the emergency interim successor . As the emergency interim successor to the governor, the officer may exercise the powers and discharge the duties of the governor until a new governor

3380-585: Is under the command of a troop commander, who has the rank of captain with the highway patrol. The troop commander also serves as the academy director for the Highway Patrol Academy. The Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Section is a special law enforcement unit within the highway patrol. It is the duty of the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Section, or Troop S, to enforce all rules and regulation pertaining to

3510-550: Is under the direction of a troop commander, who has the rank of captain with the highway patrol. The commander is assisted in managing the troop with the aid of two supervisors, who each have the rank of OHP lieutenant. The Marine Enforcement Section (formerly known as the Lake Patrol ) is a special law enforcement unit within the highway patrol. It is the duty of the Lake Patrol Section, or Troop W, to serve as

3640-520: The Constitution of the United States , and the Constitution of the State of Oklahoma, and that I will not, knowingly, receive, directly or indirectly, any money or other valuable thing, for the performance or nonperformance of any act or duty pertaining to my office, other than the compensation allowed by law; I further swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully discharge my duties as Governor of

3770-845: The Internal Affairs Section ) is a special investigative unit within the highway patrol. The Criminal Investigations Division, or Troop Z, serves as the patrol's primary criminal detection and investigation arm. Troopers (styled investigators ) assigned to Troop Z are responsible for investigating trooper-involved shootings and incidents, fugitive apprehensions, identity and driver license fraud, polygraph examinations, speed-trap investigations, threat assessments , auto theft, and all felony crimes which are committed on Oklahoma's Turnpike System. Investigators conduct crime scene investigations, including interviewing, interrogation, and traffic collision reconstruction. The division provides evidence identification, collection, and preservation for

3900-651: The Oklahoma Chief Medical Examiner , all district attorneys, local sheriff's office, and municipal police departments when assistance is requested. It is the duty of the OSBI to investigate and detect any and all criminal activity when so directed by the Governor of Oklahoma . Typical crimes investigated by OSBI at the request of other agencies are Part 1 Crimes : aggravated assault, forcible rape, murder, robbery, arson, burglary, larceny-theft, and motor vehicle theft. The OSBI has original jurisdiction over, and may on its own initiative investigate,

4030-519: The Oklahoma Legislature at or adjourn it to another place, when, in his opinion, the public safety or welfare, or the safety or health of the members require it. Such a change or adjournment must be concurred by two-thirds votes in all branches of the legislature. The governor plays an active role within the judicial branch of Oklahoma government. Oklahoma has a Judicial Nominating Commission consisting of thirteen members that review all potential justices and judges of Oklahoma's appellate courts, such as

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4160-605: The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation . As of the fiscal year 2011 , the Turnpike Authority's annual contract provided over $ 12.4 million to the highway patrol in exchange for the services of 127 state troopers and six administrative support staffers. The Turnpike Section is headed by a patrol major and is assisted by five patrol captains. The patrol major reports to one of the patrol's three deputy chiefs for command purposes. Specialty troops of

4290-403: The Oklahoma Supreme Court , and review them to determine if they qualify to hold their respective positions. Of these thirteen members, the governor appoints six without the consent of the Oklahoma Legislature . The governor's appointments serve for a term of six years each; the terms are staggered so that approximately one-third of the appointments become vacant every two years. In the event of

4420-669: The SIG-Sauer P320 ; however, can carry an approved personal weapon which includes the Glock 17 and the SIG Sauer P226. The following are the previous chiefs of the Oklahoma Highway Patrol: The commissioner of public safety, chief of the highway patrol, and each state trooper are peace officers of the state. Troopers have the powers and authority vested in all other state peace officers, including

4550-494: The governor of Oklahoma , the lieutenant governor of Oklahoma and members of the Oklahoma Legislature . The Oklahoma Highway Patrol is under the command of Pat Mays, who is the current Chief of Patrol. Chief Mays was appointed by DPS Commissioner Tim Tipton to succeed Sugg as chief. In 1937, the Oklahoma Highway Patrol was created under Governor E. W. Marland . That same year the first 125 graduated from

4680-464: The peace is preserved . The governor's term is four years in length. The office was created in 1907 when Oklahoma was officially admitted to the United States as the 46th state. Prior to statehood in 1907, the office was preceded by a presidential appointed governor of Oklahoma Territory with similar powers. The 28th and current governor of Oklahoma is Kevin Stitt , a member of the Republican Party . Before statehood in 1907, modern day-Oklahoma

4810-571: The Capitol Patrol troopers have the authority to enforce all parking, traffic, and criminal laws of the state. The troop is under the direction of a troop commander, who has the rank of captain with the highway patrol. The commander is assisted in managing the troop with the aid of twelve supervisors, who each have the rank of OHP lieutenant. The Training Section is a specialized unit of the Highway Patrol. Training Section, or Troop T,

4940-467: The Commission may reside in the same congressional district. Four members must be ordinary citizens, one must be a sitting district attorney , one must be a sitting county sheriff , and one must be a sitting chief of police . As of 2023, the current members of the OSBI Commission are: The Operational Section of the OSBI is organized as follows: The OSBI Investigative Services Division is home to

5070-708: The Criminal Intelligence Unit which provides investigative support to the division, as well as home to the Oklahoma State Clearinghouse for the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children . The Division is divided into six regional investigative offices with geographic based jurisdiction and five headquarters investigative units with functional based authority and State-wide jurisdiction: Regional Investigative Units Headquarters Units Created in 1953,

5200-400: The DPS Commissioner or Chief. Tactical Team troopers are dispersed geographically throughout the state, divided between east and west teams, enabling the team to respond to most situations quickly. Tactical Team troopers are specialized in the heavy assault, sniper operations, and emergency medical operations. In the event of a large-scale problem that other law enforcement agencies do not have

5330-707: The Director by providing budgeting, procurement and facilities management, human resources, IT services, Information Services, and Professional Standards and Training to the entire Bureau. The Support Services section is organized as follows: The Accounting and Budget Section is responsible for planning and managing the finances of the agency. The Procurement and Facilities Section is responsible for purchasing supplies and equipment, establishing and managing contracts, and managing owned and leased facilities.  Procurement receives delegated authority for procurement per Title 74 Section 85.3H (Oklahoma Central Purchasing Act) from

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5460-547: The Dive Team assists other state and local authorities with marine rescue activities. All troopers that join the highway patrol are initially assigned to one of the 13 field troops of the patrol. After their initial assignment, the trooper is eligible to be reassigned to the Marine Enforcement Section. Troop W is composed of 44 law enforcement personnel, with 38 troopers and six ranked officers. Unlike

5590-469: The Governor and approved by the Oklahoma Senate to serve seven year staggered terms. In general, the OSBI Commission appoints the Director, hears complaints, establishes guidelines and serves as a buffer between the Bureau and potential political pressures concerning any particular investigations. For almost one hundred years, the OSBI has been utilizing innovative techniques and expertise to solve

5720-592: The Highway Patrol Academy, all state troopers are assigned to one of the thirteen field troops for their initial assignment. Such initial assignment is made at the discretion of the patrol chief and is not appealable. After their initial assignment is complete, troopers may request reassignment to another field troop to special duty with any of the patrol's specialized units, such as the Marine Enforcement Section or Capital Patrol Section. The highway patrol divides Oklahoma geographically into thirteen "Field Troops", each comprising several counties. These Field Troops of

5850-424: The Highway Patrol Academy. The new state troopers met resistance from Oklahoma motorists who were not used to living within the bounds of traffic regulations when none had ever before existed. But the troopers were prepared for this as they paved the way for all future officers by exerting good manners and service to all citizens. A total of 288,277 warnings compared with only 5,518 arrests and citations were written in

5980-486: The Highway Patrol Turnpike Section. These state troopers are then assigned to enforcement duties with the Turnpike Authority but at all times remain a part of and under the command of the highway patrol. While patrolling the turnpikes, state troopers have full authority to enforce all traffic and criminal laws of the state. OHP shares jurisdiction for investigating non-traffic criminal acts with

6110-659: The Lake Patrol was merged with the highway patrol. In 2011, the legislature renamed the Lake Patrol as the Marine Enforcement Section. The Marine Enforcement Section, as the marine law enforcement branch of the highway patrol, provides law enforcement service to 38 state lakes and recreation areas consisting of 4,385 miles of shoreline and 490,215 surface acres of water. In addition to regular water patrol duties, Marine Enforcement troopers investigate boating accidents and drowning incidents. Marine Enforcement Section investigates marine theft, and boat registration fraud, administers

6240-470: The OSBI began to emerge as a professional law enforcement agency. In the wake of a controversial investigation of Governor David Hall by the Bureau, the agency was removed from the direct control of the Governor's Office. In 1976, a seven-member independent commission was created to oversee the activities of the OSBI. The makeup of the Commission includes: one police chief, one sheriff, one district attorney and four lay members. These members are appointed by

6370-742: The OSBI was recognized as the first Oklahoma state law enforcement agency to be accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies . On July 1, 2009, OSBI assumed the research functions of the Oklahoma Criminal Justice Resource Center and the Oklahoma Sentencing Commission , which were dissolved at that time. OSBI is now officially recognized by the United States Bureau of Justice Statistics as

6500-475: The Office of Management and Enterprises Services State Purchasing Director.  The Human Resources Section is responsible for all aspects of personnel management, keeping agency management and employees informed of new developments and techniques, researching and preparing human resource policy and procedure. The Office of Professional Standards (OPS) ensures the integrity of OSBI personnel and operations. This

6630-491: The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation's Criminalistics Services Division (CSD) provides services out of two laboratories and three evidence receiving facilities throughout the State with the following services offered: Latent Evidence, Firearms & Toolmarks, Forensic Biology (including CODIS), Trace Evidence, Controlled Substances, and Forensic Toxicology. The laboratories and facilities are: The central business office of OSBI. This section has responsibility for supporting

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6760-719: The State Analysis Center. The OSBI is responsible for serving as the lead scientific agency for the Oklahoma law enforcement community. The Oklahoma Legislature has directed OSBI to maintain a nationally accredited scientific laboratory to assist all law enforcement agencies in the discovery and detection of criminal activity. As such, OSBI operates the State Forensic Science Center in Edmond and regional Forensic Laboratories/Facilities across

6890-403: The State of Oklahoma to the best of my ability." The governor, according to the Oklahoma Constitution , must "take care that the laws be faithfully executed." The governor is vested with "supreme executive power " as the state's "Chief Magistrate" and acts as head of the executive branch of Oklahoma. The governor has the power to issue executive orders that have the effect of law. The governor

7020-512: The State. OSBI also maintains a Statewide identification system which includes fingerprints, criminal history records, juvenile identification records, and DNA profiles. OSBI also serves as the leading criminal investigation agency in the State. OSBI Agents partner with other state, county, and local law enforcement agencies to detect crime. OSBI provides assistance to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol , Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics ,

7150-478: The United States appointed territorial governors to four-year terms. Despite a set term, the governor served at the pleasure of the U.S. president, meaning that the president could replace him before his term was up. The governor was the head of the territorial government. He had the power to veto legislation proposed by the territorial legislature and the power to appoint members to his cabinet, who in turn had to be ratified by territorial lawmakers. The governor had

7280-409: The United States to address national issues that may affect the state. It is the governor's responsibility to promote Oklahoma's industries to the world economy as the spokesman for industrial development within the state. Along with those responsibilities comes the role of chief promoter of Oklahoma's goods and services to foreign consumers. As Oklahoma's head of state, the governor may travel through

7410-519: The United States, at least 31 years old, and residents of Oklahoma for at least ten years prior to their candidacy. Under Section Four in Article VI of the Oklahoma Constitution , the governor serves a four-year term in office beginning on the second Monday in January. Section Four also states that no person may hold the office for more than two consecutive terms. On November 2, 2010, voters passed

7540-508: The Wikimedia Foundation's Terms of Use, discloses that they have been paid by {{{Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation}}} for their contributions to Misplaced Pages. Governor of Oklahoma The governor of Oklahoma is the head of government of the U.S. state of Oklahoma . Under the Oklahoma Constitution , the governor serves as the head of the Oklahoma executive branch , of the government of Oklahoma . The governor

7670-703: The advice and consent of the Oklahoma Senate , such as with the Board of Regents of the University of Oklahoma . The governor is also responsible for preparing the proposed Oklahoma state budget presented to the Oklahoma Legislature in February for the next fiscal year beginning in July. After state legislators negotiate the terms of the budget with the governor, the Oklahoma House of Representatives drafts

7800-503: The annual State of the State address . Before a joint session of the Oklahoma Legislature , the governor outlines the status of the state and legislative proposals for the upcoming year. The governor is in a strong position to influence public opinion and thereby to influence the actions of state legislators. The governor has the power to convoke the legislature, or the Oklahoma Senate only, on extraordinary occasions. During extraordinary sessions, state legislators can only act on subjects

7930-520: The annual salaries for OSBI law enforcement agents are as follows: The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation's budget is generated primarily by annual appropriations from the Oklahoma Legislature. Annual appropriations make up 43% ($ 27.4 million), 39% generated from the fees charged by the Bureau ($ 24.4 million), and the remaining 18% ($ 11.7 million) coming from various other sources. The majority of OSBI's budget (64% or $ 40.8 million)

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8060-465: The applicant for clemency, and a favorable vote from the majority, the board may empower the governor to make such acts of as he deems necessary. The governor has the power to grant after conviction, reprieves , or a leave of absence not to exceed sixty days, without the action of the board. The governor is required to communicate to the Oklahoma Legislature , at each regular session, each case of reprieve, commutation, parole or pardon, granted, stating

8190-409: The best in the state. Special Operations, formerly Criminal Interdiction, now has troopers who each have a well-trained drug canine. OHP automobiles are among the most traditional in their paint scheme. They are black and white, with a distinctive angular patch of white just behind the passenger compartment; the identification 'Oklahoma Highway Patrol' is contained in an outline of the state in black on

8320-411: The boating education, enforcement and marine investigation arm of the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety . The Lake Patrol was originally created on July 1, 1971, by the Oklahoma Legislature as a separate division of the department, with the patrol commander reporting directly to the commissioner of the department. However, in 1998, the legislature passed a law reorganizing the department. In so doing,

8450-485: The capitol complex. The Specialized Troops, often called Sections, perform either a specialized law enforcement activity, such as the Marine Enforcement Section, or provide support to the various Field Troops. The various Troops and Sections are organized into eight Zones, seven of these Zones are commanded by an OHP major, and the eighth zone consists of the Communications Division, which is commanded by

8580-600: The country to promote Oklahoma in a general interest or travel abroad to serve as proponent of America's interests. Pursuant to the Oklahoma Emergency Management Act of 2003 and the Catastrophic Health Emergency Powers Act , in case a natural or man-made emergency or a catastrophic health emergency occurs or is anticipated in the immediate future, the governor gains emergency powers to better respond to

8710-510: The creation of an agency of special investigators or state police to combat the outlaws. The Oklahoma Legislature appropriated $ 78,000 to establish the Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation . A year after its creation, the Bureau's three agents or operatives were credited with reducing the number of bank robberies in the state by roughly 75 percent. Agents accomplished this by developing leads and using informants which were considered by many to be innovative investigative techniques at

8840-513: The development and evaluation of agency training needs.  The Training Coordinator is the liaison between the OSBI and CLEET for the purposes of compliance for all commissioned officers employed by the OSBI. It is the responsibility of the Training Office to provide, coordinate, and/or locate training to assist employees in meeting minimum training requirements for supervisory roles as well as commissioned status.  The Training Office

8970-452: The duties of the governor. Oklahoma Highway Patrol The Oklahoma Highway Patrol ( OHP ) is a major state law enforcement agency of the government of Oklahoma . A division of the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety , the OHP has traffic enforcement jurisdiction throughout the state. OHP was legislatively created on July 1, 1937, due to the growing problem of motor vehicle collisions,

9100-414: The emergency and combat the threat. Either the governor through executive order or the Oklahoma Legislature through concurrent resolution may declare a state of emergency. Once declared, the governor may exercise additional emergency powers. At any time, the governor (through executive order) or the state legislature (through concurrent resolution) may declare an end to the state of emergency and suspend

9230-406: The evacuation of the state's population from any affected or threatened area or areas within the state, regulating the conduct of civilians and the movement of pedestrians and vehicular traffic, and regulating public meetings and gatherings. The governor is responsible for providing for the care of all those regulated by their orders. During a state of emergency, the governor is authorized to utilize

9360-615: The expansion of highway systems, and the increase in criminal activities. As the principal statewide law enforcement agency in Oklahoma, the Oklahoma Highway Patrol is tasked with providing policing, directed primarily at achieving safer roadways and reducing crime through pro-active investigations, education and patrol services, and by providing leadership and resources during natural disasters, civil disorders and critical incidents. OHP has patrol jurisdiction over all state highways and waterways in Oklahoma, regulating motor vehicles , regulating explosive devices , and providing protection for

9490-466: The field troops of the highway patrol, has jurisdiction statewide as opposed to a specific geographic area. The troop is under the direction of a troop commander, who has the rank of captain with the highway patrol. The commander is assisted in managing the troop with the aid of five supervisors, who each have the rank of OHP lieutenant. Each supervisor oversees one of the five districts of the troop. The districts are organized as follows: The Capitol Patrol

9620-641: The first nine months of patrol. With over 800 troopers statewide, the division has grown into several areas of special services, including Public Information, Capitol Patrol, Marine Enforcement, Training, Bomb Squad, Motorcycle, Tactical Teams, Special Operations, Aircraft, Audits, and Fraudulent Driver License. The department revived "The Flying Squadron," a motorcycle division. A bomb squad was organized that operated state-of-the-art equipment unparalleled in Oklahoma, including two bomb trucks and robots. The east and west tactical teams continue to send their troopers through specialized training programs that elevate them to

9750-514: The following crimes: For any crime that OSBI does not have original jurisdiction over, a requesting agency must seek OSBI assistance in order for OSBI to investigate the crime. There are only a limited number of agencies or officials that can request the OSBI to conduct an investigation. They are: The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation is under the supervision of the Oklahoma Secretary of Safety and Security . The OSBI Director, who

9880-573: The governor heads each department and carries out his executive orders through that department. The governor is an ex officio chair of numerous state commissions and committees, including the Oklahoma Commissioners of Land Office and the Oklahoma Ethics Commission . While there are executive and state commissions of which the governor is not a member, the governor has appointment power to those entities with

10010-490: The governor in this manner become void, unless the legislation is re-passed in both the Oklahoma House of Representatives and Oklahoma Senate with a two-thirds vote in favor of overriding the veto. Bills that are part of the governor's agenda are often drafted at the initiative of the governor or governor's staff. In annual and special messages to the Oklahoma Legislature , the governor may propose legislation. The most important annual message to state lawmakers takes place in

10140-416: The governor is empowered by the U.S. Constitution to appoint someone immediately to fill the vacant Senate seat temporarily until a special election can be held. Within the executive branch of Oklahoma government, the governor is assisted by the lieutenant governor of Oklahoma , the secretary of state of Oklahoma , the attorney general of Oklahoma , and the state treasurer of Oklahoma , among others. While

10270-470: The governor may not remove from office the elective state executive officers, the justices of the Oklahoma Supreme Court , the judges of the Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals , and members of the Oklahoma Legislature . When carrying out the functions of emergency powers, the governor is immune from civilly liable for any loss or injury resulting from any decision, determination, order or action in

10400-430: The governor recommends for consideration. When ever a vacancy occurs within the state legislature, the governor shall issue a writ of election to fill such vacancies. In case of a disagreement between the two houses of the legislature, at a regular or special session, the governor may adjourn them to such time as he shall deem proper, not beyond the day of the next stated meeting of the legislature. The governor may convoke

10530-403: The governor to the lieutenant governor. This includes the power of signing or vetoing legislation, making political appointments, calling out the Oklahoma National Guard , or granting pardons . The need for the lieutenant governor to act as the governor may be due to the governor's absence from the state, or the inability to discharge the powers and duties of the office. When acting as governor,

10660-569: The governor's emergency powers is to ensure the security and stability of the state. The governor receives comprehensive police powers in an emergency. In discharging those power to enforce laws, rules and regulations relating to emergency management , the governor assumes direct operational control of emergency management forces of the state, including the Oklahoma National Guard , state police agencies, state and local health departments, as well as county sheriff's offices and local police departments. These emergency police powers extend to providing for

10790-611: The governor's emergency powers. Upon the declaration of an emergency, the governor is allowed a limited-form of rule by decree . He assumes direct regulatory control over essential resources of the state. It will then be the responsibility of the governor to determine the priorities of such resources and allocate them as the governor may deem necessary. These resources include, but are not limited to, food, manpower, health and health manpower, water, transportation, economic stabilization, electric power, petroleum, gas, and solid fuel, industrial production, construction and housing. The focus of

10920-400: The governor's office of its powers and impeached governors John C. Walton and Henry S. Johnston . It was not until William H. Murray took office in 1935 that the governorship expanded its powers. In 1927, the state legislature appropriated $ 75,000 for the construction of a governor's mansion and $ 25,000 for furnishings. In 1928, the governor and his family moved in. As Oklahoma grew and

11050-623: The governor's position as the spokesman for the state and the state's interests to other state and world leaders. However, the governor may not make treaties with other nations or other U.S. states , as this is prevented by the United States Constitution . In discharging his duty as chief spokesman, the governor may be required to testify before the United States Congress or meet with the President of

11180-489: The governor, unless otherwise provided by law, has the power to appoint a person to fill such vacancy, who shall continue in office until the election or appointment of a successor. If the office of an Oklahoma member of the United States House of Representatives or United States Senate becomes vacant the governor calls a special election to fill the remainder of the term. In the case of United States senators,

11310-425: The governor. However, before removal, officers must receives the charges against them and have an opportunity to defend themselves. Pending the presentation of charges, the governor may suspend such officers for a period not to exceed thirty days. Any vacancy resulting from removal or suspension shall be filled by the governor until it is filled as provided by state law. However, according to the Oklahoma Constitution ,

11440-485: The highway patrol have primary law enforcement authority on state, federal, and interstate highways, including those inside city limits. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol's Turnpike Section has sole law enforcement responsibility for the Turnpike of Oklahoma. The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (by annual contract with the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety ) provides funds to pay, equip, and support state troopers assigned to

11570-501: The highway patrol perform specialized law enforcement functions within the scope of the mission and operation of the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety , and have jurisdiction statewide. The Aviation Section is a specialized unit within the highway patrol. The Aviation Section, or Troop O, serves as the law enforcement air support arm of Patrol. The section provides aircraft to respond to various emergencies and tasks by supporting other law enforcement organizations as well as all units of

11700-513: The highway patrol, the Investigations Division has jurisdiction statewide as opposed to a specific geographic area. The troop is under the direction of a troop commander, who has the rank of captain with the highway patrol. The Special Operations Section is a special law enforcement unit with the highway patrol. The Special Operations Section, or Troop SO, is the duty responsible for crime detection and prevention. In particular,

11830-401: The highway patrol. The commander is assisted in managing the troop with the aid of three supervisors, who each have the rank of OHP lieutenant. The Tactical Team serves as the special weapons and tactics unit of the highway patrol. The Tactical Team responds to high-risk events like manhunts, search and rescue operations, high-risk warrants, hostage situations, and any other duties required by

11960-479: The laws, protect the public health, suppress insurrection, and repel invasion." The governor is assisted in managing the military of Oklahoma by the Adjutant General of Oklahoma , an appointee of the governor. The governor has the power to commission officers not otherwise commissioned by the law of Oklahoma and has the power of appointment. When any office at the state level becomes vacant for any reason,

12090-427: The lieutenant governor holds the powers of the governor until the governor returns to the state or found to be able to discharge the powers and duties of the office. The Office of the Governor is the state agency that supports the governor in the performance of gubernatorial duties. The agency consists of the governor's staff and is headed by the governor's chief of staff. Staffers are political appointees and serve at

12220-410: The lieutenant governor to their cabinet. For example, Governor Mary Fallin appointed Lieutenant Governor Todd Lamb to serve as her small business advocate within her Cabinet – although Lamb later resigned that position due to disagreements with the Governor. A lieutenant governor can also serve as Acting Governor . When acting as the governor, the Oklahoma Constitution provides all the powers of

12350-538: The mansion was completed. Built by an Oklahoma City architectural firm, Layton, Hicks and Forsyth, the mansion is of Dutch-Colonial style. Carthage limestone was used so the exterior of the Mansion would complement the Oklahoma State Capitol , which is located to the west of the mansion. The state legislature allocated $ 100,000 of state money ($ 75,000 for construction and $ 25,000 for furnishing) to

12480-430: The most serious crimes in Oklahoma. Supporting investigations across the state of Oklahoma, the OSBI's forensic lab was established in 1953. Continually enhancing the science and technology available for evidence testing, the OSBI achieved accreditation for the laboratory system in 2001. The OSBI maintains the tradition of serving the citizens of Oklahoma as the state's premier law enforcement agency. On September 11, 2002,

12610-489: The name of the convict, the crime of which he was convicted, the date and place of conviction, and the date of commutation, pardon, parole and reprieve. The governor, as Oklahoma's head of state, serves as the chief representative of Oklahoma to the United States and to the world. Deals between Oklahoma and foreign powers (including other U.S. states and the United States) are negotiated by the governor. This reflects

12740-431: The oath of office. Frank Frantz served as the final governor of Oklahoma Territory. He was an unsuccessful candidate for governor in the first state gubernatorial election. After the Oklahoma Constitution was written and accepted in 1907, the Oklahoma and Indian territories joined to form the U.S. state of Oklahoma . The office of the governor of Oklahoma replaced the office of territorial governor. The new office

12870-625: The operation and upkeep of the Governor's Mansion . Since 1928, Oklahoma governors reside in the Oklahoma Governor's Mansion . Before its construction, governors lived in various locations around Guthrie and Oklahoma City . Governor Charles N. Haskell set up his administration's office and his official residence within a hotel in Oklahoma City. The Oklahoma Legislature provided for the construction of an official residence after years of debate in 1927. The next year, in 1928,

13000-643: The other high-level executive offices are elected directly by the people of Oklahoma, the secretary of state is appointed by the governor with the consent of the Oklahoma Senate for a four-year term. Due to the large number of state agencies, the governor is assisted in running the government through the use of the Oklahoma State Cabinet . Through the Cabinet, the governor can address the assembled heads of Oklahoma's executive branch departments which oversee Oklahoma's agencies. A secretary appointed by

13130-425: The patrol commander reporting directly to the department's commissioner. However, in 1998, the legislature passed a law reorganizing the department. In so doing, the Capitol Patrol was merged with the highway patrol. The Capitol Patrol, as the primary uniformed security force of the state, is responsible for policing, securing, and ensuring a safe environment in which State employees conduct their business. Troop R has

13260-406: The patrol. After at least seven years with the patrol, the trooper is eligible to be reassigned to the Capitol Patrol. Troop R is composed of 63 total law enforcement personnel, with 50 troopers and 13 ranked officers. Unlike any other troop on the highway patrol, Troop R has unlimited law enforcement jurisdiction in Oklahoma County and Tulsa County. In the performance of their primary security duty,

13390-412: The patrol. In particular, the section's aircraft provide airborne assistance to OHP ground units in traffic enforcement, manhunts, and search and rescue operations statewide. This section also provides transportation to state personnel, such as the Governor. Troop O operates one helicopter and Two fixed-wing aircraft. The section consists of 1 Trooper and 1 Captain. The section is under the direction of

13520-409: The patrol. The division is also responsible for criminal intelligence-gathering activities for the patrol. The Investigations Division serves as the professional responsibility unit for the patrol. The division conducts and coordinates the investigations of allegations of serious misconduct on the part of state troopers. Troop Z is composed of 14 law enforcement personnel. Unlike the field troops of

13650-429: The performance of the governor's assigned duties and responsibilities during a stated emergency. However, this immunity does not apply when such loss or injury is caused by the gross negligence, or willfully and unnecessarily act by the governor. The lieutenant governor of Oklahoma is elected at the same election as the governor, but not jointly as the running mate of the gubernatorial candidate. Oklahoma currently has

13780-481: The pleasure of the governor. They work in the governor's Oklahoma State Capitol offices in Oklahoma City , the governor's Tulsa office and the Governor's Mansion . As of 2013, the agency has an annual budget of approximately $ 1.98 million. The budget provides funding for employee salaries and benefits, operation and upkeep of the governor's offices in the Oklahoma State Capitol and Tulsa, Oklahoma , and

13910-436: The power of search and seizure (except the serving of civil process), the power to investigate and prevent crime, and the general power to enforce the criminal laws of state. Troopers may arrest any person found by them to be violating any law of the state. In addition to their general police powers, the legislature has directed that state troopers have the following specific powers and duties: The Oklahoma Highway Patrol,

14040-436: The power to appoint justices to the territorial high court. The governor was responsible to the U.S. president on addressing issues in the territory and served as the representative as the federal government of the United States . He was also the commander-in-chief of the territorial militia. George Washington Steele served as the first governor of Oklahoma Territory. He vetoed the territorial legislature's attempts to move

14170-481: The power to grant paroles if a convict has been sentenced to death or sentenced to life imprisonment without parole. In order to grant a pardon to an individual, he must submit the name of the individual to the Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board composed of five members, three of which are appointed by the governor at the beginning of his term in office to serve a term that coincides with his own. After reviewing

14300-466: The primary field activities of the patrol and are where the bulk of the patrol's troopers are assigned. These Troops are primarily responsible for traffic enforcement and vehicle collision investigation along the state's roadways. The Turnpike Troops have the same mission as the Field Troops but have sole jurisdiction over the state's Turnpike System. The Highway Patrol also has sole jurisdiction over

14430-596: The primary responsibility for protecting the members of the Oklahoma Legislature , the Justices of the Oklahoma Supreme Court , state employees, and over 70 state facilities. The personal security of the Governor and Lieutenant Governor is provided by the Troop ES, the Executive Security Section. All troopers that join the highway patrol are initially assigned to one of the 13 field troops of

14560-445: The project. Two years later, another $ 39,000 was set aside to complete outbuildings and landscaping. Though originally having 19 rooms, today the 14,000-square-foot (1,300 m ) Mansion has 12, including a library, parlor, dining room, grand ballroom, kitchen, sunroom and five bedrooms. The mansion also serves as an active museum. Throughout the mansion there are antiques and artwork from both museum and private collections. The museum

14690-469: The remainder of the gubernatorial term. If, during a vacancy of the office of governor, the lieutenant governor is impeached, displaced, resigns, dies, is absent from the state, or becomes incapable of performing the duties of the office, the president pro tempore of the state senate is the next official in the gubernatorial line of succession. The Speaker of the Oklahoma House of Representatives

14820-433: The resources to handle, Tactical Team members can be dispatched to aid the local authorities. The Team's Emergency Medical Service Unit is composed of EMT-certified troopers that respond to and assist local emergency medical agencies in the event they are overwhelmed by either natural or manmade disasters. The Executive Security Section is a specialized highway patrol law enforcement unit. The section, also known as Troop ES,

14950-408: The responsibility to enforce the laws of the state regulating the transportation of hazardous substances . Troop S is composed of 67 law enforcement personnel, with 63 troopers and four ranked officers. Unlike the field troops of the highway patrol, has jurisdiction statewide as opposed to a specific geographic area. The troop is under the direction of a troop commander, who has the rank of major with

15080-416: The safe operation of commercial vehicles on the roads and highways of the state. The Oklahoma Legislature established the section on May 31, 1949. The Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Section performs roadside inspections of commercial vehicles through the operation of local weigh stations to ensure compliance with size and weight requirements and to detect and deter criminal activity. The section also has

15210-492: The section include initiating manhunts and fugitive apprehensions, controlling all evidence seized by the patrol, as well as managing all seized property. Troop SO is composed of 24 law enforcement personnel, with 21 troopers and three ranked officers. Unlike the field troops of the highway patrol, the Special Operations Section has jurisdiction statewide as opposed to a specific geographic area. The troop

15340-467: The section performs traffic stops to investigate and prevent motor vehicle theft, fraud, and other stolen property forms. The section is also the chief unit in the highway patrol that is responsible for drug interdiction. The Special Operations Section detects and arrests criminals who use the state's roads and highways to transport drugs and other illegal substances. The highway patrol's drug canine handlers are located within this Section. Additional duties of

15470-426: The services, equipment, supplies and facilities of all departments, offices and agencies of the state to the maximum extent practicable. State, county, and local officers and personnel must cooperate with the governor in emergency management, based upon he governor's direction. Any state, county, or local official that willful fails to obey any order, rule or regulation issued by the governor may be removed from office by

15600-415: The side doors. This has been the uniform scheme since the first unit of 1937. For several decades, the angular patch of white on the rear fenders has been a reflective applique for improved visibility at night. Today the Oklahoma Highway Patrol's role as the state's primary state police force puts the patrol at the "spear tip" of Oklahoma law enforcement, serving as the state's only state police agency, with

15730-462: The state as well as the public. This division is the central repository for all criminal records in Oklahoma and is responsible for collecting data ranging from statewide crime statistics to information for criminal history checks. The division is divided into two sections and is organized as follows: The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation, is one of the larger employers of the State. Per Title 74 O.S. Section 150.8A: In order to be employed as

15860-577: The state capital from Guthrie to Oklahoma City or Kingfisher. He was instrumental in the establishment of two universities that would become the University of Oklahoma and Oklahoma State University . After only seventeen months in office, Steele resigned effective October 18, 1891. In his place, President Benjamin Harrison appointed Abraham Jefferson Seay to the governorship. Robert Martin , secretary of Oklahoma Territory, served as acting governor from October 18, 1891, until February 1892, when Seay took

15990-426: The state government expanded, the office of the governor became gradually more powerful. As more agencies were introduced, the governor gained greater indirect influence through the power of appointment. Initially the governor was not eligible to immediately succeed himself. It was not until 1966 that Oklahoma amended the state constitution to allow the governor to serve two consecutive terms. The governor of Oklahoma

16120-563: The state partner to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives . Troop BT is composed of 12 law enforcement personnel. Unlike the field troops of the highway patrol, the Bomb Squad Section has jurisdiction statewide as opposed to a specific geographic area. The troop is under the direction of a troop commander, who has the rank of captain with the highway patrol. The Criminal Investigations Division (previously known as

16250-415: The state robbing and burglarizing banks and terrorizing the citizens of many Oklahoma towns. These gangsters often escaped lawmen by fleeing across county lines. The United States Marshals Service was the only law enforcement agency with statewide jurisdiction, but its officers were outnumbered by the bandits. In 1925, Governor of Oklahoma Martin E. Trapp , in his State of the State address recommended

16380-483: The state to allow for rapid response. The highway patrol maintains Bomb Squad units in Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and Durant. The bomb squad maintains a canine unit to search for hidden explosive devices as well as bomb response robots to safely disarm active devices. Troopers investigate the illegal construction, storage, and use of explosive devices. The bomb squad recovers pre and post-blast evidence provides CBRNE detection and emergency decontamination services, and serves as

16510-511: The state's boating laws, and conducts boater safety and education training to the public. The ' OHP Dive Team , a unit of the Marine Enforcement Section, serves the state as a recovery of victims, vehicles, and evidence from drownings, vehicle or boating accidents, and the investigation of any criminal act involving the waters of the state. The Dive Team also responds to requests for public relations, such as displays, festivities, and public education. During natural disasters and emergency situations,

16640-508: The time. In 1939, the Bureau was taken out from under the direction of the Adjutant General's Office and became a division of the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety . It was during these years that the agency became known as the State Crime Bureau. This arrangement lasted until 1957, when the Bureau was placed under the direct control of the Governor's Office and renamed the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation. Also in 1957,

16770-498: Was composed of Oklahoma and Indian territories . While Indian Territory was semi-independent of the federal government as Indian nations land, Oklahoma Territory was an organized territory under the supervision of the United States Congress . Within the Oklahoma Territory, a tripartite government existed, including a territorial legislature, a territorial supreme court, and a territorial governor. The president of

16900-422: Was similar, but designed with new restrictions, limits, and legislative and judicial oversight. It was crafted as a "weak governor system" to defend the state against abuses of power that had occurred under the territorial government. Oklahoma's first governor, Charles N. Haskell , wielded executive power effectively, but in the first 20 years after he left office in 1911, the Oklahoma Legislature further limited

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