Behavior Oklahoma

It is illegal to hypnotize a minor without parental consent.

Status: Still Enforced / On the Books

The Law Explained

During the mid-20th century, stage hypnotists were a popular form of entertainment. Lawmakers grew concerned about the mental wellbeing of children being forced to cluck like chickens on stage, so they made it illegal to put minors into a trance without a parent's permission.

📚 Source / Legal Code

Official Code Citation: Oklahoma Statutes Title 21 § 873

Where to look:

Crimes Against Children

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