Drug Test - Jenks, OK

Jenks, OK - Drug Testing

Substance Abuse Statistics for Jenks, OK

Laws and Regulations Pertaining to Substance Abuse in Jenks, OK

In May 2023, Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt approved a new bill aimed at reducing the rising amount of opioid-related overdose deaths being seen across the state. Under previous Oklahoma law, drug offenders found in possession of fentanyl testing strips could be charged with possession of drug paraphernalia. Oklahoma lawmakers argued that prohibiting the possession of testing strips only increases the risk of overdose and supports the rising overdose death trend.

Now, under HB 1987, fentanyl testing strips are no longer considered drug paraphernalia as per Oklahoma law. Residents battling substance abuse issues cannot be prosecuted if found in possession of them. Lawmakers hope this law can more effectively tackle overdoses across the state alongside other harm reduction resources for residents, including expanding Narcan accessibility and introducing a needle exchange program.

Notable Events Relating to Substance Use in Jenks, OK

Tulsa County Sheriff's deputies arrested a 29-year-old pilot at R.L. Jones Airport in Jenks back in October 2021 after law enforcement discovered a massive amount of drugs inside an aircraft. According to reports, the discovery was made after Customs and Border Protection notified local Homeland Security Investigation personnel of a suspicious plane that would be landing at the R.L. Jones Airport one evening.

When the pilot arrived at the airport, investigators asked where he was flying from, which he stated was Watonga. The pilot eventually went on to admit that he was carrying drugs on the aircraft. While conducting a search of the aircraft, officers discovered two large duffel bags carrying a total of 101.7 pounds of methamphetamine. The suspect was charged with aggravated trafficking of illegal drugs and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony.

Last updated 9/15/2023