Governor Kevin Stitt signed a bill Wednesday granting immunity to drivers who unintentionally injure or kill protesters while attempting to flee.

A new law in Oklahoma grants immunity to motorists who unintentionally kill or injure protesters while attempting to flee.

Gov. Kevin Stitt has signed a controversial bill that would grant civil and criminal immunity to drivers who unintentionally injure or kill protesters while driving away from a riot.

Republican lawmakers in the Oklahoma House approved legislation to grant immunity to drivers who hit protesters.

Oklahoma media professionals and experts say last year’s protests brought on bills currently making their way through the state Legislature, and many of these bills would result in less public transparency.

The Republican-majority Oklahoma state House passed a bill on Wednesday that would grant immunity to drivers who “unintentionally” run over protesters.

A measure that would protect drivers from prosecution if they make a reasonable effort to escape a crowd unlawfully surrounding their vehicle passed an Oklahoma Senate committee.

Legislators hope to bolster protections for law enforcement and increase criminal penalties for those involved in riots or unlawful gatherings.

Activists believe lawmakers have chosen to criminalize those who already feel targeted by police.

A video update on the legislative session by Nick Singer, of Oklahoma Progress Now.