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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Mar 25, 2026
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Turner Advances Bills to Enhance Punishment for Foreign Lawbreakers

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Tim Turner, R-Kinta, on Tuesday passed legislation in the House that would increase punishments for foreign terrorists or non-citizens who commit crimes in the state. House Bill 3764 would double the time and fine for individuals convicted of committing a crime who were a member of a foreign terrorist organization, as designated by the U.S. Department of Justice, at the time of the crime. Under House Bill 3765 , any non-citizen convicted of a felony would face a five year term in prison and a fine of at least $1,000. Additionally, they could be required to forfeit any land they own. "These measures put on notice anyone associated with a foreign terrorist organization or anyone illegally owning property in the state, that they will face enhanced fines, prison time and loss of their property," Turner said. "Any non-citizen in our state should either be here through legal method or be applying for citizenship through the proper process." HB 3764, titled the "Foreign Terrorist Organization Felony Enhancement Act," would provide penalty enhancements for anyone convicted of a felony offense who are proven to be a member of or acting on behalf of or supporting a designated foreign terrorist organization. The sentence would be at least twice the maximum sentence that could be imposed for a first offense, while the fine is to be at least twice the maximum fine for the underlying felony offense. HB3765 specifies that any non-citizen who unlawfully acquired title to or owns land through a business entity, trust or foreign government enterprise could be required to forfeit any land or property if convicted of a felony crime. Both bills now advance to the state Senate. HB3764 is authored by Sen. Warren Hamilton, R-McCurtain. HB3765 is authored by Sen. Avery Frix, R-Muskogee.

Jan 27, 2026
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Turner Introduces Bills to Curb Foreign Threats in State

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Tim Turner, R-Kinta, has filed two bills for the upcoming legislative session aimed at stopping foreign terrorist activity and illegal foreign land ownership in the state. "Oklahoma welcomes those who have come to our country legally and who are willing to abide by the laws of our land," Turner said. "But those who are here to further a terrorist cause, to harm our citizens through drug or human trafficking or in any other manner, or who illegally purchase our land with an eye to siphon our resources and profits, should know that we will punish them to the full extent of the law." House Bill 3764 would enhance penalties for anyone convicted of a felony offense while acting on behalf of or supporting a known foreign terrorist organization as defined by the U.S. Immigration and Nationality Act. Enhanced punishment would include twice the maximum prison sentence and twice the maximum fine that could have been imposed for a first conviction for the underlying felony offense. These would apply in addition to, not in place of, any mandatory minimum sentence applicable to the underlying offense. The state would have to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant, at the time of the offense, was a member of, acting at the direction of, knowingly provided material support to or knowingly associated with in furtherance of the objectives of the designated foreign terrorist organization. Just last week, the U.S. Justice Departmen t reported it took into custody 37 foreign fugitives facing a range of criminal charges including human smuggling, drug and firearms trafficking, money laundering and other offenses. One of the fugitives was charged in the Western District of Oklahoma. Turner said this is just one small case of many. House Bill 3765 would create felony punishments for any alien or person who is not a citizen of the United States who has unlawfully acquired title to or owns land in this state either directly or indirectly through a business entity, trust or foreign government enterprise, and who uses such land to commit a felony offense in violation of state law. Upon conviction, the felony would be punishable by imprisonment for a term not to exceed two years, or by a fine not to exceed $1,000, or both. In addition, all property seized would be subject to forfeiture. Turner acknowledges the state already has laws in place to limit the ownership of land in Oklahoma by non-U.S. citizens. This would create a separate felony offense for those unlawfully acquiring titles or deeds. Both bills carry an emergency clause, which if approved, would mean they take effect immediately after being signed into law.  Both measures will be eligible for consideration during the Second Regular Session of the 60th Legislature, which convenes Feb. 2. 

Jan 9, 2026
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Turner Recognizes Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Tim Turner, R-Kinta, the vice chair of the House Appropriations & Budget Public Safety Subcommittee and a former sheriff, today recognized National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, Jan. 9.   "Men and women who serve in law enforcement willingly and selflessly put their lives on the line every day in order to keep the public safe from harm," Turner said. "They do this at risk to themselves and at great sacrifice to their families and loved ones. On this day, may we remember the individuals behind the badge. They are human, and they face the same challenges we all face, but their service keeps people and our communities safe from those who would break the law. They enhance our lives in innumerable ways. I'm personally thankful for such dedication, and I know many Oklahomans join me in such appreciation of jobs well done."