Oklahoma State Sign Regulations

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Our Oklahoma State-Specific Signs Compliance – Resource Bulletin will help you understand a variety of signage rules, regulations and requirements enacted in the state. Topics include:

  • No smoking signs
  • Swimming pool signs
  • Concealed weapon signs
  • Cell phone signs
  • Baby surrender signs

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Bulletin Overview

No Smoking Signs

The State of Oklahoma prohibits smoking in a public place or place of employment, and also forbids smoking within 25 feet of these facilities. Exemptions to the statewide ban are granted to designated hotel/motel rooms, taverns, cigar bars, retail tobacco stores, and tobacco medical research and treatment centers. The Oklahoma smoking law requires posting of signs enforcing the law at various locations. The law is administered by the Department of Health (OSDH).

Swimming Pool Signs

The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) stipulates the rules governing the use of public swimming pools and spas. The code became effective on 12/31/1991.

Concealed Weapon Signs

The Oklahoma Self Defense Act allows residents of the state to carry a concealed firearm (CCW) provided they have been issued a permit granted by the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation through the local county in which they reside. An applicant must be 21 years old, has not been convicted of a felony, does not have a serious mental disorder, and has completed an acceptable firearm training program. There are certain places such as courthouses, law enforcement facilities, schools, government buildings, etc. where CCW is forbidden even with a permit. Oklahoma honors the CCW permits of all other states. (21-1290.3) (21-1290.10) (21-1277)

Cell Phone Signs

The State of Oklahoma bans the use of hand-held cell phones for texting communications by all drivers of motorized vehicles. Novice drivers are also banned from using hand-held cell phones for voice communication. The texting and driving law, HB 1965, became effective on 11/1/2015.

Baby Surrender Signs

Since the first baby surrender (safe-haven) law was enacted in Texas in 1999, all U.S. states, as well as the District of Columbia, have passed safe-haven legislation. The laws allow an unharmed infant to be relinquished to the proper authorities.