OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- A bill awaiting Gov. Mary Fallin's signature would authorize Oklahoma district attorneys and law enforcement agencies to contract for the use of cameras and automated license plate readers to enforce the state's compulsory insurance law.
The Oklahoman reports that the bill recently passed the state House of Representatives on a 52-39 vote, its final step before going to the governor.
Republican state Rep. Earl Sears of Bartlesville said during debate on the House floor Friday that there are 650,000 uninsured motorists driving in Oklahoma. He said they create a financial risk and danger for insured drivers.
Democratic state Rep. Richard Morrissette of Oklahoma City argued against the measure, saying the bill is an expansion of police state powers.
