Representative Tim Turner

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District 15

Hi, I'm Tim Turner and I represent the people of Oklahoma's 15th District.

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Oct 31, 2025
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Turner Mourns Loss of Porum Police Officer Richard Phillips

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Tim Turner, R-Kinta, released the following statement following the death of Porum Police Officer Richard Phillips, who was killed Thursday morning in a vehicle accident in Pittsburg County.  “I was deeply saddened to learn of the death of Patrol Officer Richard Phillips, who was tragically killed Thursday morning in a vehicle accident in Pittsburg County. Officer Phillips was a proud Marine veteran, a devoted father and a dedicated public servant who served his community and country with honor. He was the kind of officer any department would be proud to have, hardworking, compassionate and committed to the call of service.  My family extends our heartfelt prayers to Officer Phillips’ children, his loved ones and his brothers and sisters in law enforcement as they mourn this tremendous loss. May they find comfort and peace in the days ahead.”  -END-   Rep. Tim Turner, a Republican, represents House District 15 in the Oklahoma House of Representatives. His district includes Haskell County and portions of McIntosh, Muskogee, Le Flore and Pittsburg counties.

Sep 11, 2025
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Turner Commends OBN for National Team of the Year Award

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Tim Turner, R-Kinta, today issued the following statement after receiving word that the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs Control (OBN) K9 Interdiction Unit was named “Team of the Year” by the National Criminal Enforcement Association (NCEA). Additionally, agents Dallas Lang, Justin Taylor and Darin Morgan were recognized as Royal Knights, the first award developed by the Desert Snow Training Program, developed to help motivate and acknowledge relentless criminal interdiction police work. The awards were announced at the NCEA's national interdiction conference in South Carolina on Wednesday. “I want to personally congratulate the OBN Interdiction Team and these agents on these well-deserved awards," said Turner, who serves as vice chair of the House Appropriations and Budget Public Safety Committee, and who has a long career in law enforcement. "This recognition shows that the criminal element is active on Oklahoma roads, and it underscores the importance of interdiction work. As a former drug task force supervisor and sheriff, I know firsthand how vital interdiction is for keeping our communities safe. Whether part of a local impact team or a dedicated interdiction unit, these professionals protect our citizens and our state. Oklahoma is blessed with some of the best interdictors in the world, both current and retired. Their expertise is now respected nationwide and will be used to help other states build effective programs. Thank you to these team members and these agents for their dedication and service.” Turner noted that just in the past 12 months, OBN's K9 Interdiction Unit has seized 6,839 pounds of marijuana, two pounds of heroin, 89 pounds of cocaine, 365 pounds of meth, and 140 pounds of fentanyl. They've made dozens of arrests, including two people on the International Terrorism Federal Watch List, and recovered two endangered children kidnapped from the state of Kansas.  Turner also pointed out that Royal Knight status is only awarded to road officers who have met a number of requirements and have also been accepted by the Royal Knight Committee. Individuals selected must show a sustained and professional effort to protect the motoring public by identifying and apprehending some of America's worst criminals. Additionally, it was announced at the conference that OBN and Oklahoma Highway Patrol would be co-hosting the 2026 NCEA Conference in Oklahoma City.

May 8, 2025
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Governor Signs Student Protection from Rape Bill

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Tim Turner, R-Kinta, today thanked the governor for signing into law a bill aimed at better protecting students at school from the crime of rape. House Bill 1995 clarifies that school resource officers and contracted security guards will be considered the same as school employees under Oklahoma's rape statute when the victim is a student and the perpetrator is an employee of the school. This is Turner's first legislation to become law. "This is a loophole that has existed in state law for these contracted employees," Turner said. "We're hopeful people in these positions would never take advantage of the trust and authority granted them when it comes to youth under their care. But should they have inappropriate sexual contact with a student, this ensures they will face the same charges and punishment as a school employee."  Turner explained these contracted positions are often paid for with outside grants, and the officers are often employed by law enforcement agencies. Therefore, in allegations of rape, they've not been considered as school employees. Turner also thanked Sen. Warren Hamilton, R-McCurtain, the principal Senate author of the bill, for securing its passage in that legislative chamber. HB1995 contains an emergency clause making it effective immediately.