Legislation closes rape law loophole
Legislation that closes a loophole in Oklahoma 's rape statute that has allowed some convicted rapists to avoid harsh penalties is awaiting Gov. Brad Henry 's signature.
The measure, approved by the House and Senate before the Legislature adjourned last week, amends the state's first-degree rape statute to include cases where the victim is unconscious or on drugs.
Earlier this year, prosecutors in Tulsa were f...
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